What Famous TV Commercial Actors Get Paid

The Slingers

Believe it or not, the lady who co-starred with Nick Offerman in the Sling TV ad spot is actually his lovely wife. He and Megan Mullally depict an easy-going (keyword "easy") family and their interest in introducing fellow "slingers" to their lives. 

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The More You Know

  • Alex Trebek holds a world record
  • One of the most influential TV series of all time, Star Trek broke several boundaries, including showing the first interracial kiss on television—between Captain Kirk and Lieutenant Uhura—in the 1968 episode "Plato's Stepchildren."
  • TV shows have risen in popularity over the years. The average American spends three hours a day watching TV. The advent of streaming services has given rise to a new phenomenon: binge watching.
  • The X-Files: To compensate for the 10-inch height difference between David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson, Anderson often stood on a box during scenes.
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