I consider The Geico Gecko, Brittany Spears and Tyler Perry to be examples of contemporary icons. I chose them each for varying reasons, one extreme to another.I chose the Geico Gecko because he is extremely hilarious. I think the writers of these commercials are very talented in using this reptile as a comparison to Gieco Insurance. The Gecko is so crafty in making the audience believe that it has real life issues and should be respected as an upstanding member of society.
I chose Brittany Spears because I feel so sorry for her right now. It seems that no matter where she goes she’s centered and targeted. The Paparazzi has really done a great job of making her appear as if she’s lost her mind. Reading and listening to the news makes me believe she’s completely clueless and I’m not sure if that’s healthy. She lost her children and it appears her life is crumbling all around her. That’s a bad place to be in my opinion.
I chose Tyler Perry because he is such a gifted man. He’s a writer, actor, producer and just an overall wonderful spirited person. He has overcome such adversities to become a real world icon and example of positive entertainment.