USA: The Dutch brewing force, Heineken, has signed an advertising deal with 41-year-old famous actor, Brad Pitt, to advertise Heineken beer brand. Pitt will be seen in commercials promoting the Dutch brew on American TV during the Super Bowl on February 6.

In the advert, the Hollywood hunk reportedly buys a six-pack of Heineken before being pursued outside the store by media photographers, whose lenses are focused on the beer. It was not revealed how much he was being paid.

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