The Face of FOX Toledo Blog

How cool is this!?!  I just got to shoot a commercial with the one, the only, Weird Al Yankovic!  This job never ceases to amaze me....

The "Parody Phenomenon" dropped by the station today on his promotional tour through our fine city, and graced me with his presence for a few wonderful moments.  I am pleased to announce that he was extremely genuine, and seemed happy to learn that I am a true fan of  his particular style of hilarity.  I actually attended a concert of his here in Toledo at the Stranahan Theater a while back, and it was probably the most entertaining live show I've ever seen.

Our promo, soon to be seen on the FOX Toledo airways, features me with a normal-sized accordian, and Al with a teeny-tiny version, complete with me asking for my lesson.  It's pretty funny, and a brilliant idea of my producer, Thom Ovacek.  There you go, Thom, is that how you worded it?  (Just kidding, Thom really is quite good at these things!)  Also, Al complied and generously did a "Just you watch FOX Toledo" spot, in a way I've never tried myself.  It seems to imply there might be consequences if you choose not to.....

And last, but not least, if I'm a good little Face, I may just be the one to introduce Mr. Yankovic live at the Toledo Zoo.  Maybe I'll dress "White & Nerdy" style.  Or perhaps I'll just wear my Amish garb.  All the best, Al!!!