Kevin Costner’s Turkish Airlines TV ad: “Feel Like a Star”

by Newley on August 29, 2009

The first few times I saw this Turkish Airlines ad — embedded below — on CNN International, I didn’t recognize Oscar Award winning actor Kevin Costner. Instead, I noted the ad’s other elements: The twist at the end, the catchy tune, and the various appeals to male vanity.

But then a pal, K, mentioned Costner’s involvement, and I gave the spot another viewing. And indeed, it’s Costner:

Predictably snarky commentary can be found here and here, and a Turkish Airlines billboard featuring Costner and the “Feel Like a Star” campaign can be seen here.

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Richard August 29, 2009 at 6:18 pm

Yes, It’s Costner for sure and the last scene with the mirror is great. Great ad.

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Newley August 29, 2009 at 6:35 pm

That final twist is pretty clever, no? :-)

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BP September 7, 2009 at 10:25 am

Ever notice that when airlines develop ads, the planes are always half-empty?

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Newley September 7, 2009 at 10:33 am

Ha, good observation, BP. That’s true!

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