On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. [7] In 2014, other recurring characters were added to the advertisements. They want to show that the company behind Flo is made up of ordinary, hard-working, and honest people. Press J to jump to the feed. This thread is archived New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast 14 16 16 comments Best Jim Cashman plays Jamie, Flo's sidekick. 277 people like this. "The writers are very open to what I think; there may be some improv here now and then, that is encouraged, by the way. (via Yahoo! That's how much their marketing bothers me. Privacy Policy. ET on ABC. Honestly, I missed this commercial. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Published on November 10, 2014. Let me. Yeah, when I get insurance I will make sure NOT to use progressive. , he just laughed and said more BS "" I'd like to see what they told law enforcement officials who were searching for a driver on that same system, it's not going to be the server is down for maintenance.' I hate Jaimie, Flo and the whole corporate cast of fake employees Ferrio Member Oct 25, 2017 16,351 Jan 28, 2019 #2 I have a crush on Flo, I don't have a crush on the gecko. Check back later and see if we've got it oiled back up again. or. The soon-to-be-actress also relied heavily on babysitting and odd jobs like setting up the Coppertone display at CVS. October 31, 2019 at 11:34 AM. "[9] She thinks that the GEICO gecko "puts out more sexual vibes than Flo does". Stephanie told Lohud how her career got started her first role ever was an unnamed waitress on Mr. Show With Bob and David sharing, "I went in for an audition eight years ago for a 'big box store' employee. "[9] She thinks that the GEICO gecko "puts out more sexual vibes than Flo does". New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. The evidence that Progressive is hedging its bets against Flo emerged in 2010, when the company and its ad agency, Arnold Worldwide, introduced a new spokescharacter.The Messenger is a mustachioed . The day she leased the vehicle she called up her insurer which was Progressive Insurance. She is so annoying. [1] [2] [3] Broadcast history [ edit] The first question I asked the Progressive rep was why he was able to pull up her information after he just told us that her policy and information were on an older system(especially since he had her verify her social security number, phone number and email). In 2020, another Progressive employee was added, Mara, portrayed by Natalie Palamides. and bounces the ball off Shaq's head is the best one. She is EXTREMELY annoying. They should have killed Flo like 3 years ago. The actress started her career performing comedic improv with the famous sketch comedy group, The Groundlings, in . In the episode, "The Goldberg Girls," Beverly is on a mission to form a group of friends. 4 Earptastic 20 days ago As an older guy who has seen Flo for so many years I have to give her a pass. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Thanks! ", "5 Things to Know About TV's Progressive Insurance Lady", "The strange allure of the Progressive Insurance girl", "Progressive Girl Has Strange Pull On WSB-TV Channel 2 Viewers", "I Hate Progressive Insurance For Waking Me Up Over And Over", "Progressive's Flo extends a spokeswoman tradition that goes back to Josephine the Plumber", "ModNation Monday: Free Mod, 'Family Guy' Spotlight Next Week! Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Was it Progressive that recently spoofed those stupid "real people" car commercials? For more information, please see our FREE delivery Thu, . I hate Flo the Progressive Girl. I don't even bother to mute the Flo commercials. Spark some discussions! [13][14], Advertising Age described Flo as "a weirdly sincere, post-modern Josephine the Plumber who just really wants to help. Please make sure to upvote well written unpopular/controversial opinions, and downvote badly written opinions OR popular opinions. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Probably in the minority, here.but the caveman commercials just absolutely grate on my last nerve. ", "ModNation Monday: Carnival Parts Pack and 'Free' Progressive Kart next week! on Facebook I haven't dealt with that but they took 3 months to pay off my car and still haven't paid my medicals. Visitor Posts. This is a scam that Progressive Insurance pulls everyone needs to know about. I had a friend of mine who leased a vehicle a while back from Toyota. ", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Flo_(Progressive_Insurance)&oldid=1142555157, This page was last edited on 3 March 2023, at 02:24. As cute as their app and website are, it is practically impossible to cancel their policies. I would like to talk to you Flo about moving in unison with me. You are using an out of date browser. [8] Referring to her work in The Groundlings, she said, "Flo could be one of my improv characters, always on and sort of cracked in a weird way. Then hopefully if I post here they will be on your mind as a company not to use. I hate Flo the Progressive Girl.. 1,578 likes. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. You know her as Flo, the white-clad, swoop-haired, sun-shiny character from TV ads promoting Progressive Insurance. Flo from Progressive is actually seasoned actress Stephanie Courtney. Maybe the follow up could be the couple moves in together (future) and needs renters insurance. I think Flo is kinda cute. There are multiple websites and social media groups that are either dedicated to or talking about her. Please help the CIH Forums by disabling AdBlock Plus on this page. And if you were worried Flo might disappear soon from your television some time soon, rest assured, Courtney says Flo is here to stay. How Stephanie Courtney became Flo from Progressive via GIPHY Courtney joined The Groundlings, an improvisational and sketch comedy theatre in Los Angeles, while she lived there. Every time I see one of those Progressive Insurance commercials with her and her stupid posse of cringe-inducing idiots, it ruins my mood.I will never buy Progressive Insurance because of it. In 2011, Progressive introduced Flo's Australian counterpart, Kitty,[6] played by Holly Austin. Actor who plays Flo is/was a member of the groundlings. Not now. You must log in or register to reply here. I don't care for Flo, I'm more of a Mara guy. Now, more than a decade since her character's beginning as a lowly cashier, Courtney's ad-libbing insurance skills and shining smile only scratch the surface of her story. [5] Flo has appeared in more than 100 advertisements. Now, if anyone doesn't mind the OTHER insurance idiot I would be shocked. Early on, Courtney, as Flo, appeared as a cashier in a spot called "Checkout," where ad libbing was encouraged. Flo from Progressive debuted in 2008, passed her 100th ad milestone in 2014, and is still going strong today (via Ad Age). If we call Darryl "Big Foot", can we agree to call Flo "Lard Ass"? From the Morton Salt Umbrella Girl to Progressive 's Flo, the last 100 years has seen the introduction of dozens of classic female ad icons. Turns out, she was ideal for the waitress role. 1-48 of 499 results for "progressive flo" RESULTS. Flo is worse than a tranny. Whether consciously or subconsciously the next time you consider switching insurance companies, progressive will definitely be on your mind. Start a new thread to share your experiences with like-minded people. If your post is political and was not caught in the filter, please post it in the politics megathread at the top of the sub. I remember listening to a sports talk radio station and every other commercial was a flo commercial. Stephanie thinks it has everything to do with how relatable she is. Just go with the Flo, it aint that deep. I really dig the car spoof and when Flo meets the that guy's family. It happens when you watch too much damn tv or have it in the background. The one where it mocks Chevy commercials is pretty good. Progressive Insurance Men's Flo Costume. I would have to shut it of at time because I couldn't take it. These days, Flo also works a side job, joining a new crew of commercial chatbots equipped with artificial intelligence to mimic human conversations, grasp consumer questions and take swift action. Did I mention I hate them? I will never buy Progressive Insurance because of it. Flo is a cashier and is recognizable by her extremely upbeat personality, brilliant white uniform, heavy makeup, and retro hairstyle. "I could be propped up on a gurney or something. [5] Flo has appeared in more than 100 advertisements. Published on November 12, 2014. Now this is the worst. While Essie isn't a huge character, she's still been in sizeable number of episodes. But Flo would never have become a household name without actress Stephanie Courtney, whose comedic skills brought Flo to her larger-than-life status. 'The Goldbergs' Isn't Quite Over, Out With Coach Rick and in With Coach Nick on 'The Goldbergs', Ren Was Recast in 'The Goldbergs,' but Fans Still Love Her. [16], Flo was added as a downloadable character in the video game ModNation Racers in late 2010, complete with her own Progressive kart.[17][18]. I hate Jamie!!! And the only way they could insure her was to write her a new policy of course, which we all came to find out later should have been a lot cheaper than what she was given( around 75 a month cheaper in fact). By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. "[15] This was later echoed in an article from Duane Dudek in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 20, 2014, who credits Flo for inspiring a new trend of female commercial pitch people and cementing her legacy alongside Josephine and Palmolive Dishwashing Detergent's Madge the Manicurist. She asked that the leased vehicle be placed on the same policy as her other car. Biological clock ticking, reproductive impulses crying. [11], In October 2009, the Boston Herald referred to Flo as "the commercial break's new sweetheart" and said Courtney was "attaining TV ad icon status". Cookie Notice The fictional upbeat store employee of Progressive Corporation was created by copywriter John Park and art director Steve Reepmeyer,[4] at the Boston-based agency Arnold Worldwide. Create new account. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Before The Groundlings, she noted, "I delivered the Zone Diet. Courtney's skills and appearances actually extend far beyond sketch comedy. The worst one is the one where he is orchestrate a rehearsal chorus oooooo that is such a bad commercial. Stephanie has no idea how long she'll keep playing Flo, joking, "I dont know, how much plastic surgery would it take?