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A Look Back at Donna Summer's Long Commercial Career

The dance-music diva's megahits did more than flood dance floors and top the charts; Ms. Summer's songs were used in plenty of commercials, well after disco's peak in the 1970s and 1980s.

The Onion: Honey Nut Cheerios Bee Given Horrifying Backstory

In The Onion's latest marketing story, BuzzBee is given a childhood of misery as part of a rebranding effort.

How Romantic! A Marriage Proposal Via Banner Ad

How an ad sales guy proposed to an agency digital media director.

Brad Pitt Endorsing Chanel No. 5? Just Another Pretty Face

Andy Warhol put it on one of his posters, and Tilar Mazzeo wrote a book about it. Now one of Hollywood's most famous actors will be the face of it.

Branding Firm Appeals to Ellen in JC Penney Dustup

Hudson & Broad, which has sued JC Penney, has released a video appealing directly to spokeswoman Ellen DeGeneres.

After Sorrell Criticizes Own Y&R Shop, Argentina Attacks U.K.

Despite complaints by Martin Sorrell, Y&R and the British government, Argentina refuses to stop running a controversial spot in which an Argentine athlete secretly trains for the London Olympics on the Falkland Islands, where Britain and Argentina went to war over who owns the tiny islands.

Stop the Presses: Cee Lo Green, Purrfect Remix Meow Mix Jingle

Cee Lo and 'Voice' co-star remix Meow Mix jingle. But is someone hiding the truth about Purrfect?

Consumers Union Blasts Facebook in Full-Page Ad

Consumers Union took out a full-page ad in Politico today bashing Facebook's privacy policies--or lack thereof.

Anil Dash Pops Off About Ashton Kutcher's Going 'Brownface' in Popchips Ad

Anil Dash ripped into Popchips after the company posted a video of Ashton Kutcher in what the tech guru called 'brownface.' But a call from the founder smoothed things over.

James Dyson: 'I Don't Believe in Brand'

James Dyson, industrial-design icon, purveyor of luxury vacuum cleaners and one-time star of his company's TV ads, doesn't have much use for an important marketing concept: brand.

'Prometheus' Trailer Sucks Life Out of Campaign

After some masterful marketing (and teasing) for the film, the international trailer makes it look like little more than a prequel for "Alien."

Famous Faces, Adland Pasts

What do Salman Rushdie and Lindsay Lohan have in common? Both have played parts in the advertising world, as have Terry Gilliam, Jack Black and many others on our list.

Dear Siri, I Might Not Be Samuel L. Jackson ...

Looks like the iPhone won't be helping me make organic-mushroom risotto anytime soon.

Jobs of Great Import at Banana Republic

Retailer raises money to support job creation, but not much Made-in-USA merchandise inside the store.

'Mad Men' Not Winning Any Fans in the Funny Pages

In today's "Arlo & Janis," Arlo has had it up to here with advertising and the people who produce it.

Jaguar's Appearance in 'Mad Men' Surprised Automaker

Jaguar wasn't involved in the "Mad Men" episode last night, in which it played a major part. But it was pleased with the exposure -- despite a sticky plot line.

Snackman Unmasked! Will Pringles Reach Out?

Mild-Mannered Hero Charles Sonder stopped a fight while eating Pringles, but he's not a brand loyalist.

This Week in Ad Age History: A Lot Like This Week in Ad Age Present

Remember when Pop Rocks were hot -- and marketers and agencies argued over how much an agency should be compensated?

Meet Allyn Rachel: The Woman in More Spots Than Sofia Vergara

Wait. Wasn't she in a Toyota ad? Or an eBay ad? Or a Walmart, IHOP or MetLife ad? Yes. And then some.

BreakUpWithYourAdAgency.com: Funny Stunt or Distressing Gag?
A new site says it helps "jaded brand managers, marketing directors, and business owners end their existing relationships with underperforming advertising agencies." Do you get the joke?

Mustang Convertible Favorite Car of GOP; Dems Prefer Civic Hybrid

Mitt Romney says he loves his Ford Mustang ragtop. That's the perfect answer for a GOP candidate.

Unilever's German Tagline: 'F*** The Diet'

A mainstream advertising campaign by Ogilvy for the company's low-calorie Du Darfst line is stirring up controversy in the country with its use of an English obscenity.

Martin Sorrell Talks Male Menopause, Knighthood and More

I just watched a six-and-a-half-minute video of the WPP Group chief interviewed by a giggly girl in a vividly pink dress, and it's easily the best Q&A with him I've ever seen.

Jon Stewart to Obama Campaign: Stop With the Cheesy Emails
It's not the sheer number of emails but the ridiculously fake, familiar tone that always ends the same way.

What Do TBWA's CEO and Balki Bartokomous Have in Common?

For $17.50, you can enjoy steak tartare a la Tom Carroll at Maloney & Porcelli.

Hey Apple, What's Up With the iPad 2 Billboards?

Should Apple's flagship retail stores be advertising last year's iPad?

Lincoln to Its Dealers: Be Tres Posh

In a bid to compete in the luxury segment, Lincoln offers online concierge service -- and sends actual ones to train dealers.

See the Spots: 'Miller Time' Ads from DraftFCB Break Tonight

MillerCoors continues effort to revive Miller Time. A-B marketing chief: 'I'm glad they finally did something to improve the advertising.'

Caught in Wendy's Pink-Slime Crossfire, Ketchum Hands BPI to Sibling Shop

Ketchum client Wendy's took out an ad today knocking the product of Ketchum client BPI.

Wendy's Ad About Pink Slime: Never Had It, Never Will

While beef-state governors eat pink slime, Wendy's is crowing that its customers never did.