Merck television commercial 2014

What the Merck TV commercial - Football Legend is about.

Merck's TV spot, 'Football Legend' featuring Terry Bradshaw, is a heartwarming and inspiring commercial that captures the essence of determination and perseverance. The commercial features Terry Bradshaw, a former NFL player who won four Super Bowl championships and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1989.

The commercial begins with Terry Bradshaw recalling his time playing football and how it was the most defining time of his life, shaped him as a person and taught him the importance of never giving up. He then goes on to talk about how he suffered from depression after football and how he struggled to talk to his doctor about it.

The commercial takes a turn when Terry opens up about his experience with type 2 diabetes, and how it was a shock to him even though his family had a history of the disease. He talks about how he didn't even know he had it until he started experiencing some life-threatening symptoms, and encourages people to talk to their doctor and get screened for the disease.

Throughout the commercial, we see Terry being the football legend that he is, from playing the game to giving speeches, while also performing everyday tasks like grocery shopping and walking his dog. The main message behind the ad is that even the toughest of legends like Terry Bradshaw had to ask for help, and anyone can do the same.

Overall, Merck's TV spot, 'Football Legend' featuring Terry Bradshaw, is a powerful and inspirational commercial that encourages people to take control of their health and not be afraid to ask for help. With Terry Bradshaw as the face of the campaign, this commercial has an added emotional resonance that will resonate with football fans and non-fans alike.

Merck TV commercial - Football Legend produced for Merck was first shown on television on September 13, 2014.