Stephen Hawking's Sold Out to Madison Avenue?

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The discussion revolves around the recent Jaguar commercials featuring Stephen Hawking, exploring the implications of his participation in advertising and public perception of his image. Participants express their views on the appropriateness and significance of Hawking's involvement in commercial ventures.

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  • Some participants express disappointment regarding Hawking's involvement in commercials, suggesting it undermines his legacy.
  • Others note that Hawking's ability to move his facial muscles in the commercial raises questions about his condition and portrayal.
  • A participant points out that Hawking previously appeared as himself in a cameo on Star Trek: The Next Generation, implying that such appearances are not unprecedented.

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Participants do not appear to reach a consensus, with differing opinions on the implications of Hawking's commercial appearances and whether they are appropriate or diminish his contributions to science.

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Have any of PF's members seen the recent Jaguar commercials?
 
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I saw the jaguar commercial with him in it and it appears he is still able to move his facial muscles. Anything else possibly?
 
I don't really see what the issue is here. After all, Hawking had a cameo role as himself on an episode of Star Trek TNG.

 

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