In a stunning turn of events, Dani Rojas has returned to the screens, not in the beloved show ‘Ted Lasso,’ but in a State Farm campaign titled ‘Bundle Is Life.’ Cristo Fernandez, the talented actor who portrays Rojas, has once again brought this lovable character to life alongside none other than football superstar Patrick Mahomes and the iconic Jake from State Farm.
Fernandez opened up to Sports Illustrated about the thrilling experience of participating in this campaign. He shared, “I was very excited just because of the fact of being able to play Dani Rojas again. That was, for me, very exciting.” The actor expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and his admiration for the State Farm commercials, which he found to be always memorable.
The highlight of working on this project for Fernandez was undoubtedly the chance to collaborate with Patrick Mahomes. As a newfound fan of the NFL since his involvement in ‘Ted Lasso,’ Fernandez was eager to meet the Super Bowl-winning quarterback. Describing Mahomes as “very cool, very zen, very chill,” Fernandez was impressed by the athlete’s humility and kindness on set.
Reflecting on the unique combination of American football and his passion for soccer in the campaign, Fernandez shared, “Being part of this campaign reflects a bit of my passions right now for American football and my passion for soccer and bundling both things. I think it makes perfect sense for the spirit of what State Farm is and the campaign.”
As Fernandez navigated the challenges of handling an American football/soccer combination ball during the shoot, he impressed not only the crew but also Mahomes himself. The quarterback reportedly found Fernandez’s skills to be impressive, a significant compliment coming from such a top athlete.
With the release of the ‘Bundle Is Life’ campaign coinciding with the start of the football season, Fernandez is excited to see the audience’s reactions. As fans eagerly anticipate Season 4 of ‘Ted Lasso,’ Fernandez’s involvement in this project has only added to the anticipation and excitement surrounding the beloved character of Dani Rojas. The dynamic trio of Fernandez, Mahomes, and Jake from State Farm promises to deliver a commercial that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on viewers.
