How AT&T's Lily Adams Commercials Changed Milana Vayntrub Forever

Milana Vayntrub's harsh online treatment following her 2020 AT&T spots proved to be a troubling experience for the actress. AT&T was quick to react to any hate comments (via The New York Times) with, "We don't condone sexual harassment of employees in the workplace or on our social channels." Similarly, prior work colleagues of Vayntrub came to her aid. Director Paul Feig, who worked with her on the web series "Other Space" and 2016's "Ghostbusters," took to Twitter, sharing, "What is happening to @MintMilana on social media is an absolute disgrace. To all harassers, trolls, immature guys who hide behind a wall of anonymity to do and say things you'd never do or say in public and anyone who thinks this s**t is 'funny,'  it is vile and harmful."

However, one surprising name that gave Vayntrub a hand was actress Stephanie Courtney. Best known for her longtime association with Progressive Insurance as the cheery saleswoman Flo, Courtney, while never experiencing the level of pestering that Vayntrub was, cared enough to reach out. The two shared a phone call where Courtney offered Vayntrub a kind, listening ear. It was the kind of support she was looking for, telling The New York Times that the call made her feel, "like there were people on my team." 

Vayntrub remains loyal to AT&T, even despite these setbacks. When asked by The New York Times if the benefits of working with the company overshadowed any of the negativity, the performer responded, "One hundred percent." With the same chipper attitude possessed by her commercial persona and some true-blue supporters on her side, Vayntrub's talents will continue to flourish.