Who is the Actress in the New iPhone Commercial?
Unveiling the familiar face behind Apple’s latest spot
(By Carmichael Phillip)
In high-profile product launches, Apple’s commercials often generate buzz not just for the features they show, but also for the actors and actresses who star in them. When a new iPhone commercial rolls out and people take notice of the face on screen, the question inevitably arises: Who is she? In this article, we explore the identity of the actress in Apple’s latest campaign, examine the evidence, review her background, consider alternative possibilities, and reach our best conclusion.
What Does the New iPhone Commercial Show — And What Campaign Is It?
Before we name names, it helps to clarify which iPhone ad we’re talking about. The campaign in question centers on Apple Intelligence, the AI features built into the iPhone 16 / iPhone 16 Pro models. The commercials dramatize how these new tools can help in awkward or everyday moments—helping recall a name, summarizing an email, or removing a distracting object from a photo.
In one spot, the actress uses “More Personal Siri” to remember the name of someone she previously met. In another, she aids a parent with a small emotional moment involving a pet fish funeral using custom memory movie features. And in a third, she demonstrates balancing an unread email in a meeting with the AI summaries.
In effect, the campaign puts the actress front and center, so identifying her is a logical next step for observers.
Who Has Been Named in Reports as the Actress?
The actress most commonly cited in press and trade media as the face of the new iPhone / Apple Intelligence campaign is Bella Ramsey.
Here’s what the sources say:
DesignRush reports that Apple tapped the Game of Thrones and The Last of Us actor Bella Ramsey to star in a set of ads for the iPhone 16 Pro.
Adweek notes that the debut ads feature Ramsey in situations where Apple Intelligence saves her from awkward scenarios.
Campaign Live describes the campaign as a trio of spots starring Ramsey, each designed to showcase the new AI functions.
Kitcast Blog explicitly names Ramsey as the spokesperson for Apple Intelligence in the iPhone 16 commercials.
MoneyControl also confirms that Apple has enlisted Ramsey for the promotional videos.
Thus, multiple independent outlets all link Bella Ramsey to the campaign, making her the leading candidate.
Background on Bella Ramsey: Why She Fits This Role
Assuming the reports are accurate, it helps to consider who Bella Ramsey is—and why she might be chosen for this role.
Acting credentials & profile
Bella Ramsey is an English actor known for roles including Lyanna Mormont in Game of Thrones and Ellie in The Last of Us.
Her experience in dramatic and emotionally charged scenes gives her a capacity to convey nuance, which is useful in an ad campaign that blends personality and product features.
Personality & appeal
In the commercials, the actress delivers small emotional beats (memory, awkwardness, empathy) that require authenticity and relatability. Ramsey’s screen presence—relaxed but expressive—makes her a strong match for a campaign that emphasizes seamless integration of technology into daily life.
Brand alignment & visibility
Apple often casts actors who are recognizable but not overshadowing. Ramsey is known to audiences, especially in more niche or cult fandoms, but she is not so dominant in mainstream celebrity culture that her presence would eclipse the product message. This balance makes her a smart choice for a tech brand wanting an emotive lens without overpowering star power.
Creative credibility
Apple likely would want someone who can “sell” the feature emotionally. Having an actor familiar with story work (not pure commercial models) adds gravitas and legitimacy to the campaign.
In short, Bella Ramsey’s career, persona, and acting chops make her a credible fit.
Are There Doubts or Alternative Possibilities?
While Bella Ramsey is the leading contender, no publicly available Apple press release (as far as known) appears to explicitly and unambiguously name her in the campaign (at least in sources surfaced so far). This leaves room—however small—for uncertainty.
Possibility of lookalike or composite
In theory, a campaign might use a lookalike or composite elements to give an actor-like presence without naming them. But that is less likely here, particularly because multiple behind-the-scenes and press references already call her by name.
Misreporting risk
Media mistakes do happen. But the convergence of several outlets, all naming Ramsey independently, makes a large misreporting error less probable.
Multiple versions or regional casts
It’s possible that alternate versions of the commercial exist for different markets with different actors. But so far, the public attention is on the Apple Intelligence / iPhone 16 Pro campaign, and all the sources refer to Ramsey.
Given the weight of evidence, none of the counterclaims seem compelling enough to dislodge Ramsey as the primary candidate.
Conclusion: It’s Almost Certainly Bella Ramsey
Putting together the media reports, the thematic alignment, and the coherence of the campaign messaging, the safest conclusion is that Bella Ramsey is the actress in the new iPhone / Apple Intelligence commercials. The breadth of citation across tech, advertising, and media outlets adds credibility to the attribution.
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