Who are the actors in the Wegovy commercial?
A closer look at the faces behind the weight-loss ad campaign
(By Carmichael Phillip)
When you watch the Wegovy commercial—often titled “Discover the Power”—you’ll see a montage of people walking together, sharing short testimonials, and ultimately forming a visual of togetherness. Yet many viewers wonder: who are the actors in the Wegovy commercial? In this article, we’ll unpack what is known so far: which performers are credited, what roles they appear in, and what challenges exist in identifying all the cast members in a pharmaceutical ad like this.
Overview of the “Discover the Power” commercial
The Wegovy commercial “Discover the Power” features a series of vignettes: a hairdresser sharing her struggle, a man in a hat talking about weight-loss, a painter describing maintenance, and a grandfather-grandson moment in a garage. From there, a larger group of people join, eventually forming the letters “WE” from an aerial perspective.
According to iSpot, the ad begins with a female hairdresser who discusses the challenge of keeping off weight, then cuts to others in everyday settings.
Because pharmaceutical ads often use many “extras” or background actors (especially for montage scenes), full cast listings are not always publicly disclosed. However, some actor names are credited in association with this particular spot.
Known credited actors: Sharon Youngblood & Justin S. Moore
Wegovy TV Spot, ‘Discover the Power’ | iSpot
Two names appear in the iSpot listing for the “Discover the Power” spot: Sharon Youngblood and Justin S. Moore.
Sharon Youngblood is noted as the hairdresser character who opens the ad.
Justin S. Moore is credited as the “man in hat” role, one of the testimonial figures in the montage.
Justin S. Moore also has a profile on iSpot that notes his participation in the Wegovy “Discover the Power” campaign.
While these two names are among the few publicly tied to the primary speaking roles, many of the people seen walking or joining in the montage (without speaking lines) may be background actors whose names are not listed in standard ad directories.
Other actors credited in alternate Wegovy ad versions
Wegovy TV Spot, ‘Change Is Never Easy’ | iSpot
The Wegovy advertising campaign has multiple versions, and another spot titled “Change Is Never Easy” lists additional talent.
In that ad, the names Yanelba Ferreira (a woman walking with a dog) and Andrew Frankel (voice-over) are included in the iSpot credits.
Yanelba Ferreira is specifically credited as the “curly hair woman with jean shirt, walking alongside dog” in that version.
Because the same campaign uses overlapping visuals, it’s possible some actors appear in more than one spot—but not always with speaking roles or consistent crediting.
Challenges in identifying all cast members in pharma commercials
Wegovy TV Commercials | iSpot
Identifying every actor in a commercial—especially pharmaceutical spots—comes with obstacles:
Regulatory constraints & disclaimers: Pharma ads carry heavy regulatory burden (disclosure, risk information) which can limit how much credit is given to actors, especially non-speaking ones.
Use of extras / non-credited roles: Many actors in montage shots may be hired as extras, sometimes through casting agencies, without public credit.
Multiple versions / edits: The campaign includes several ad variations (e.g. “Discover the Power,” “Change Is Never Easy,” “Discover the Power: $0”), each with slightly different visuals or cast combinations.
Limited public documentation: Ad tracking services (like iSpot) often list only principal credited names—especially for those who speak. Background actors rarely appear in such listings.
Privacy or contractual limitations: Some actors’ credits may be omitted due to contract or privacy reasons.
Thus, while we can name a few of the main credited performers, a full cast list is not always available in the public domain.
Putting the pieces together: roles and storytelling
Wegovy Commercial (2025) – “Discover the Power”
Looking at what is publicly known, here’s how the credited actors slot into the narrative:
Sharon Youngblood as the hairdresser: she opens the ad, speaking about weight challenges.
Justin S. Moore as the man in hat: his brief testimonial (e.g. weight lost) appears in sequence amid the montage.
In alternate versions, Yanelba Ferreira appears in a walking scene, often paired with pet or outdoor visuals.
Andrew Frankel is cited in the “Change Is Never Easy” spot for voice-over narration responsibilities.
Other individuals (painters, the grandfather, etc.) may be uncredited extras or supporting actors whose names have not been publicly documented.
These roles serve to humanize the idea of “people like you”—diverse figures sharing the journey, each contributing a micro-story to the broader theme of collective change.
Conclusion: partial clarity but many unknowns
The Wegovy advertising campaign illustrates both how brands aim for authenticity and how difficult it can be to fully trace every face in a multimedia campaign. From the “Discover the Power” spot, Sharon Youngblood and Justin S. Moore emerge as the clearly credited principal actors. In other campaign versions, Yanelba Ferreira and Andrew Frankel also appear.
Yet much of the cast remains anonymous to the public—especially those in montage shots or background scenes. That is standard for many commercials, especially in regulated industries.
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