Bill Gates' new career ... Funnyman? I think not
I now know why Microsoft magnate Bill Gates gave up his day gig commandeering his empire. Yes, he wants to devote more time to his philanthropic programs, which is an esteemable effort. But, that obviously wasn't the only reason.
Have you seen his new commercial for Microsoft? The one co-starring Jerry Seinfeld? Tell me Gates isn't bent on a new career in acting. And, it's too bad because the commercial is not that funny, he's stiff, and Seinfield delivers most of the lines. But when was the last time you saw a big-time billionaire adjust his shorts?
Maybe Gates thinks he and Seinfeld could be the new Laurel and Hardy, or Cheech and Chong ... or, as others have observed, Microsoft's answer to Apple's hip "Mac and PC" commercials.
OK, take a look at this thing. Do you think Bill has a future in Hollywood?
Comments:
If the rumors about Gates having Aspergers or some other form of high functioning autism are true, then I give him props.
And double props for putting up with Seinfeld.
I think he was just trying to have fun and I'd say mission accomplished.
Posted by: adam at September 8, 2008 12:09 PM
I thought the spot was hilarious...even the 2nd and 3rd time! All I can say is Big Top Points. That's funny!
Posted by: Tiffany at September 8, 2008 2:05 PM
....um, I dunno...
Maybe he shouldn't quit his day job...
(oh wait, he already has...)
I just hope he has something decent to fall back on,,, cause it would seem, when it comes to acting? his gifts may lay elsewhere... and the guys got to eat, ya know?
(I'm just saying...)
Posted by: wet towel at September 8, 2008 3:38 PM
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