Tag: Hannah Waddingham

Trent Crimm made a surprise appearance at the Ted Lasso White House press briefing

Trent Crimm of The Independent made his White House press briefing room debut on Monday.

The cast of Ted Lasso got to see a familiar face while visiting the White House on Monday.

As previewed by President Joe Biden, Ted Lasso stars Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Toheeb Jimoh, Brett Goldstein and Brendan Hunt appeared at the nation’s capital this week to discuss the importance of talking about mental health and supporting those who are struggling.

Toward the end of the day’s press briefing, Sudeikis got asked a question by an old friend. It was none other than Trent Crimm of The Independent.

Yes, Ted Lasso actor James Lance showed up to the briefing in character as Crimm and fittingly asked Sudeikis about Kansas City being named a host city for the 2026 World Cup.

Of course, Sudeikis, a Johnson City, Kansas, native, gave a very Coach Lasso-inspired answer to Crimm’s question.

As the Ted Lasso cast advocated for something as vital as mental health care, it is nice to see them embrace the moment to do some good and add a little fun into the mix.

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Ted Lasso’s Hannah Waddingham proves she’s a natural at everything, even doing the weather

But honestly, is she good at everything?

Hannah Waddingham can do it all. She’s one of the stars of the ultra-popular Ted Lasso — which had the premiere episode of Season 3 drop today on Apple TV+ — and an accomplished actress with credits in shows like Game of Thrones. She’s an amazing singer. She’s stunningly beautiful with incredible fashion.

And now she’s a meteorologist.

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OK, that’s a bit of a stretch, but Waddingham (along with co-stars Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt) visited the TODAY Show on Wednesday morning and got a chance to flex her weather muscles. In a segment with legendary weatherman Al Roker, Waddingham showed maybe she has her next career lined up if she decides she’s tired of the whole acting thing.

Watch out, Northeast. It’s WINDY.

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Hannah Waddingham unveiled as star of Rakuten’s first-ever Super Bowl commercial

The “Ted Lasso” star and Rakuten have teamed up for a debut Big Game commercial appearance.

What type of Super Bowl commercial mischief is Hannah Waddingham plotting?

In one of the first major teaser-slash-reveals of the Big Game Ad season, Cash Back shopping platform Rakuten has unveiled the “Ted Lasso” star and Emmy Award winner as the leading lady in the company’s debut Super Bowl spot.

The collaboration between Hannah and Rakuten—which developed both the teaser and full ad entirely in-house— came about in the classic scenario of art imitating life.

Many have applauded her performance as AFC Richmond owner Rebecca Welton in “Ted Lasso,” with the character becoming a beloved and inspiring woman on so many complex levels. It was the same type of strong female lead the brand wanted for its inaugural appearance on such a massive stage.

Simply put, Hannah was Rakuten’s first and only choice for the role, which seems to have a resounding influence from her side of the lens as well. 

“I’m so excited to share that I’ve partnered with Rakuten for their first-ever Super Bowl ad,” Hannah told USA TODAY Ad Meter via email. “How cool is that?”

The new teaser, appropriately titled “Evil Laugh,” takes a sinister rehearsal and combines it with the comedic pitfalls you’d expect when trying to pull off a maniacal roar that would make Dr. Evil jealous.

It’s a perfect fit for the talented actress, who creates the intriguing unknown of a larger plot in a mere 15 seconds.

Check out the exclusive first look below:

As for the actual in-game ad? Hannah added: “Can’t wait for everyone to meet my boss Leonardo…he’s to die for. Watch out for the full commercial on Feb. 13!”

Credit: Rakuten

Rakuten joins the list of first-time appearances in the Super Bowl’s national lineup this year, all of which will be part of the 34th USA TODAY Ad Meter ratings.

Last year’s top 15 included two debut brands, with one (State Farm) landing at No. 8.   

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