Randy Johnson towers over MINI in Super Bowl commercial
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Randy Johnson is still a big enough deal to warrant an appearance during the Super Bowl.
The former five-time Cy Young award winner, who stands 6-foot-10, and who carried the fitting nickname of "Big Unit" during his 22-year career in the majors, appeared in a Super Bowl commercial Sunday for MINI.
We’re perpetually inspired by those who have had the courage to challenge stereotypes and #DefyLabels.https://t.co/G8lMDalh1i
— MINI USA (@MINIUSA) February 1, 2016
“You wouldn’t think someone 6’10” could fit in a MINI. And I do.”--Randy Johnson #DefyLabels pic.twitter.com/mHc3qCplzd
— MINI USA (@MINIUSA) February 5, 2016
The commercial featuring the skyscraping southpaw was reminiscent of a certain scene from "The Simpsons," which perfectly showcases the trouble tall people have when it comes to automobiles.