What Actress Is in the Jardiance Commercial?
Unmasking the “Jardiance lady” and exploring the buzz
(By Carmichael Phillip)
The woman often referred to (sometimes unkindly) as the “Jardiance commercial actress” is Deanna Colón (sometimes written Deanna Coln).
She gained attention starting around 2023 for her appearance (singing and dancing) in a Jardiance advertisement, delivering a memorable jingle about blood sugar control (A1C) that quickly caught public notice — for better or worse.
Some reports note that Deanna Colón is a singer, songwriter, and vocal coach, and her appearance in the ad is tied to her musical background.
Yet, the public reception has been polarized: while some admire her performance, others have criticized the commercial and its presentation, sometimes labeling her “annoying” in online discussions.
Deanna Colón’s background adds context to the commercial casting. She reportedly competed on America’s Got Talent (making it to quarterfinals) and appeared on MasterChef in certain versions.
She has also worked as a vocal coach and songwriter.
In interviews, she describes having a lifelong love of music, and using her platforms (social media, performance) to promote messages of resilience and authenticity.
Her profile grew dramatically after the Jardiance commercial, as people began to talk (sometimes harshly) about the jingle, the visuals, and her performance.
Some sources report that in 2024, Jardiance shifted to using a different performer (Rachel Stutt) in new versions of the ad, possibly in response to backlash or campaign refresh.
In the Jardiance ad in which Deanna Colón appears, she sings a catchy jingle about A1C, dancing in colorful staging and interacting with visuals that highlight blood sugar control and the drug’s benefits.
The mix of medical messaging and musical performance struck many viewers as unusual and memorable.
Because the spot is frequently aired, the jingle has become earworm material, prompting remixes, memes, and social media commentary.
That said, the ad has also drawn negative reactions: some viewers find the tone jarring for a pharmaceutical ad, or feel that the performance overshadows the medical messaging.
One article titled “Who Is the New Jardiance Lady? The Hate for the Commercial” underscores how polarized opinions became.
Another outlet describes how, in 2024, Jardiance began swapping in Rachel Strutt in some versions, possibly in response to the strong reaction to Colón’s version.
The label “annoying actress” stems more from audience reaction than factual reporting. In comment sections and social media forums, some viewers have complained about the jingle being overly repetitive or intrusive, or the visuals as distracting.
Reddit user commentary reflects this:
“Jardiance | Deanna DellaCioppa Colón … the woman is rude to the …”
Beyond that, some critics argue the commercial’s style is mismatched to a serious medical product — mixing bright staging, dance, and a pop jingle can feel incongruent with pharmaceutical messaging. The strong emotional or visceral responses (positive and negative) magnify perceptions of annoyance.
It’s important to note: “annoying” is a subjective descriptor. Some audiences may find the ad catchy, bold, or attention-grabbing — precisely what the marketers might have intended.
By 2024, Jardiance began introducing alternate ad versions and performers. Some public reporting suggests Rachel Stutt was used in newer versions of the same commercial concepts, possibly replacing or supplementing Deanna Colón’s version.
This shift might reflect a strategic response to backlash or the desire to refresh the campaign. The variation demonstrates how pharmaceutical ads can pivot creatives depending on public reception.
Nonetheless, Colón’s original version remains widely discussed and remembered, in part because of the strong public reaction (positive or negative) to her performance.
Putting a performer who dances and sings in a drug advertisement is a bold creative choice. It both humanizes the message and risks diluting the medical seriousness of the product.
Casting someone like Deanna Colón, who is not a major celebrity but has musical credentials, emphasizes relatability, but also places her performance in the spotlight (which invites criticism).
From a marketing perspective, the intensity of discussion (even negative) indicates high visibility of the ad. If people talk about it online, the brand gains awareness, though positive public sentiment is not guaranteed.
The move to alternate performers (e.g. Rachel Stutt) indicates an awareness of the delicate balance in pharmaceutical advertising: you want memorability, but not controversy that distracts from credibility.
So, who is the “annoying actress” in the Jardiance commercial? The most commonly cited answer: Deanna Colón, the singer/performer behind a widely recognized Jardiance jingle ad.
While her performance has inspired both admiration and criticism, the label “annoying” arises from public reaction rather than factual description — and the ad itself has evolved, introducing new performers in certain variants.
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