Kelci Brown
Ice-T has joined forces with global healthcare company Sanofi for their flu vaccine campaign titled "The Season."The actor/rapper voices the character in the campaign, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of getting the flu vaccine.
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On September 13, Ice-T took to his Instagram to announce that he has partnered with global healthcare company Sanofi for a campaign, titled “The Season” to raise awareness about the importance of getting the flu vaccine.
Through a horror film trailer-style approach, the Law & Order star emphasizes the seriousness of the flu as a real-life threat. With his involvement in the campaign, Ice-T hopes to encourage more people, especially men, to get the flu vaccine and protect themselves from potential illnesses.
Ice-T narrates the trailer, warning viewers about the dangers of the flu and urging them to take action by getting the flu vaccine. He captioned the campaign with:
“You ready?? The threat I’m most afraid of this year isn’t a wolf or a vampire – it’s the FLU!! Don’t let this fall become like a scary movie. Help get protection from the flu and its complications with a higher-dose flu shot – act NOW: SanofiFluShots.com”
As “The Season” starts, Ice-T can be heard saying:
“There are warnings about me this time every year,” Some say there is nothing to worry about. Others think I’m harmless or gone for good. But I’m still here, biding my time…”
More About ‘The Season’
The campaign was launched in September 2023, with the press release published on September 13, 2023, from PEOPLE Magazine. As a military veteran who is familiar with countless vaccines, the hip-hop O.G. decided to get involved in this campaign since he has been taking the flu vaccine for 20 years and believes in its importance. He stated to People Magazine:
“One of the things about Ice-T is that people expect me to tell the truth. That’s my trademark. I’m not promoting anything that I don’t actually do. I’ve been taking the flu vaccine for 20 years. I’m not afraid of vaccines. I was in the military. When we would travel overseas, we would be vaccinated intensely and it kept us safe”
Ice-T emphasizes that getting the flu vaccine is a responsible choice, especially for those in industries like entertainment, where sick days can disrupt production. His role as a father also influences his decision, as he wants to protect his daughter from potential illnesses brought home from school.
The campaign aims to encourage more people, especially men, to get the flu vaccine and raise awareness about its importance in preventing illness.
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Ice-T’s Instagram post was met with an outpouring of support from fans.
One fan stated “Health is wealth ” Another fan stated “Thank you for being you and getting the message out there. I always knew you were a cool guy. Thanks❤”
In addition to Ice T’s new starring role, it’s worth noting that the Newark native, along with hip-hop group Public Enemy, has been announced as the headliners for the National Celebration of Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary. The concert will occur at West Potomac Park at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 6 and 7.
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