This Coca-Cola ad from 1979 has been listed as one of the best (if not the best) Super Bowl ad of all time. Although it debuted in October, it wasn’t until it played during the game that it became so popular. Now, almost 40 year later, Tommy Okon, the now-grown man who played the 9-year-old boy reunited with Hall-Of_Famer “Mean” Joe Greene to reminisce about their time together.
Greene mentions that he guzzled 18 bottles of Coke during the filming of the ad. “I didn’t know any better. I chugged the doggone thing over and over and over.”
“Not so mean, this guy,” said Okon.
That ad still brings a smile to my face. It’s so well done, it could probably still run today!
Related Posts
What It Really Means When a Black Cat Crosses Your Path
Many people instinctively hesitate when a black cat darts across their way, even if only for a heartbeat. That reaction isn’t random—it’s the result of centuries of…
The Quiet Inheritance No One Saw Coming
When my grandmother died, the family reunion that followed felt more like an obligation than an act of love. Conversations circled around possessions and paperwork, not memories….
A Rare Glimpse of Enya: Quiet Grace Beyond the Spotlight
For an artist who has spent decades letting her music speak louder than her presence, even a single candid moment can feel extraordinary. That’s exactly what happened…
Barry Manilow Breaks Silence: The “Lucky” Discovery That Saved His Life
The lights had barely dimmed on the holiday season when the news broke, sending a ripple of quiet shock through a fanbase that spans generations. It was…
Hidden Car Safety Features Every Driver Should Know
Learning to drive often leaves a lasting impression. The tension of busy roads, quick judgments, and unfamiliar routes can linger long after confidence sets in. Even experienced…
How to Read Produce Stickers and Make More Informed Grocery Choices
Those small stickers on fruits and vegetables are easy to overlook, yet they quietly carry useful information. Known as PLU (Price Look-Up) codes, the numbers were originally…