Ryan Lochte is getting a second chance and he’s trying to help others do the same, sort’ve. The US Olympic swimmer lost four endorsements after it was discovered that he lied about being robbed at gunpoint in Rio, now he’s got a new one as he’s the new poster boy for Debt.com.
(Audio) Spike Lee Endorses Bernie Sanders In New Radio Ad
In a brand new radio ad legendary director Spike Lee announced his support for Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders. The ad took to airwaves on Tuesday (February 22), just days before Sanders faces off with Hilary Clinton at the South Carolina Democratic primary. “Wake up, South Carolina!” Lee says, “This is your dude, Spike Lee. And you know that I know that you know that the system is rigged! For too long, we’ve given our votes to corporate puppets. Sold the okie-doke. 99 percent of Americans were hurt by the Great Recession of 2008, and many are still recovering.” He then goes on to touch on Sanders history supporting civil rights issues, which were recently brought to light through a photo of the Vermont Senator being arrested while protesting in 1963. Lee wraps up the ad saying, “That’s why I am officially endorsing my brother, Bernie Sanders,” concluding, “When Bernie gets into the White House, he will do the right thing! Take a listen below.
(Video) Kendrick Lamar Stars In Reebok “Be Ventilated” Commercial
In promotion of their new Ventilator sneaker, Reebok taps their brand ambassador Kendrick Lamar for a new commercial with some powerful spoken word from the TDE rapper. “Be Ventilated” shows k.dot leading a revolution through the streets of Los Angeles in his Reebok kicks, empowering his peers to stand out and be different. Check out the clip below!
(Video) The Letter Q – Brought To You By ScHoolBoy Q
“I’m actually sponsored by the letter Q,” claims TDE artist, ScHoolBoy Q. The “Hell Of A Night” rapper dropped by Scott Aukerman and Reggie Watts’ IFC comedy show Comedy Bang! Bang! where he discussed letters (not numbers). While you can’t get paid for something as common as the alphabet (right?), it was entertaining to hear Q belt out Q-words consecutively. Check out the quirky clip down bottom.
NBA: Kevin Durant Scores Yet Another Endorsement Deal
The reigning league MVP just inked a deal with the fast food chain Sonic to become its first athlete ambassador. This deal places Durant as the NBA player with the most endorsement deals. Hit the jump for details.
