Tiffany Haddish emerged as one of 2017’s breakout stars thanks to her role in the comedy “Girls Trip.” She carried that momentum into 2018 by adding a new title to her résumé: spokesperson. And the brand she’s backing may be unexpected: it’s the deals siteGroupon.
Haddish is openly thrifty, as she revealed when she told Jimmy Kimmel she treated fellow celebrities Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith to a swamp tour she discovered via Groupon. But her bargain-hunting doesn’t stop at one humorous gator excursion. Haddish has become a bona fide Groupon advocate.
Groupon plans to debut Haddish as its spokesperson in a commercial airing during a major upcoming football event, aka the Super Bowl. Short clips on the company site already illustrate the wide range of services Haddish has saved on using Groupon: everything from manicures and hair appointments to hotels and meals while traveling abroad. She even located her dentist through Groupon.
Want to Shop and Save Like Tiffany Haddish?
Groupon says Haddish belongs to the top 1% of its users, so if your life is only punctuated by occasional deal finds, don’t worry. Here are practical pointers to help you maximize the savings you find on Groupon and groupon getaways.
Stay Focused
Decide what you want to save on before you start browsing Groupon’s listings. If you’re aiming to cut costs on haircuts, avoid getting sidetracked into event or amusement park categories.
Limit Your Search Area
No matter how big the discount on a yoga package, it’s not worth it if you’re driving an hour each way. Think about travel time and convenience before you hit “buy.”
Study the Terms
Food and entertainment deals often carry caveats. Watch for blackout dates, minimum spending requirements or other conditions that could make the bargain impractical. Visit the merchant’s site to confirm that their prices match the savings Groupon advertises.
Mind the Expiration
Be sure to note the expiration date on any deal you intend to buy. Each Groupon lists a deadline for the promotional rate, but the value you paid for the voucher itself remains valid indefinitely.
Alex Mercer is a senior writer and producer at Savinly who wouldn’t pass up the chance to travel with Tiffany Haddish.
