Morning Update: Mean Joe Green returning for Coke; Don’t ignore TripAdvisor; Star Wars merchandise hits the shops

Alex Hayes

September 7, 2015 8:37

AdWeek: Coca-Cola Brings Back This Classic ‘Mean Joe’ Commercial for Nascar Race

“Mean Joe” Greene is returning to television tonight as Coca-Cola resurrects the 1979 ad featuring the Pittsburgh Steelers’ former defensive tackle shedding his tough-guy vibe—all thanks to a kid and, of course, a Coke.

Arguably one of the most iconic commercials, the 60-second spot will air during the Nascar Darlington Southern 500 race in South Carolina.

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Alex Hayes

Alex Hayes worked for Mumbrella from 2013 to 2017 in roles including editor and head of Mumbrella Bespoke.

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