The Hilarious Story Of The Liberty Mutual Commercial’s Doug And His Human Sidekick
David Hoffman: The Man Behind Doug, the LiMu Emu’s Companion
David Hoffman has been playing Doug, the human sidekick for LiMu Emu, since 2019. He’s been in a variety of comedic and supportive roles, including appearances on popular shows such as “Victorious,” “Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn,” and “Big Time Rush.”
Acting Journey: From Soaps to Sitcoms
Hoffman’s acting career has seen him take on a variety of roles in shows like “The Young & the Restless,” “New Girl,” “Modern Family,” “2 Broke Girls,” “Bones,” Castle,” and “Franklin and Bash.” His most significant part so far has been in the Hulu series “Quick Draw,” where he portrays Clay Tidwell, a schoolteacher with a mysterious secret and a potential murderer. He has also had a recurring role on the streamer’s “There’s… Johnny!” as Jim.
Sketch Comedy and Late Night Shows
In addition to sitcoms and dramas, Hoffman has showcased his sketch and improvisational comedy skills on talk shows such as “Conan” and “Tosh.0.” His Instagram account is frequently updated with behind-the-scenes glimpses of his career and the sets of Liberty Mutual commercials.
The Unrecognized Star
Despite Doug’s popularity, Hoffman has never been recognized as his commercial alter ego in public. According to his interview with the New York Post, Hoffman shared that he invented one specific aspect of the character’s appearance — Doug’s iconic facial hair. “There was no physical description of [Doug]. The role didn’t call for a mustache; I just decided he should have a mustache,” he said.
Maintaining a balance between drama, comedy, and improvisation, David Hoffman has crafted an impressive acting career, bringing to life memorable characters that entertain and delight audiences across various genres and mediums.