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Is it true that American big-name stars don't do advertising on TV in America?
If it is true, it's unbelievable here in Japan. Lots of Hollywood stars have been promoting products on TV in Japan.
What surprised me the most was that many Americans don't even know about it because the stars themselves have tried to keep it a secret. However, they have been brought to light recently at the hands of broadening use of YouTube. Sorry about that.
I heard the bottom line was that they were afraid of tarnishing their reputation and image with their viewers. But why are they so attentive about it in America, and not in other countries? Some act really funny, despite their serious performances in movies.
I also heard that some Americans consider the promotion of beer or liquor to be immoral. It makes sense. I had an experience where I told an American guy that he was a strong drinker, as a compliment. He seemed to get angry. I was surprised because being able to hold your drink, for men especially, is a good thing in Japan. We often say, "O-sake ga tsuyoi desu-ne" as kind of a compliment. Then, they look proud! lol
dickda1,
Thank you so much for your recording!!!