“Tilly Norwood on Everybody’s Lips” — When Your Co-Star Doesn’t Even Exist
- According to sources, Tilly is an AI-character crafted to be a “next generation star.” She already has a social media presence, posts “photos,” and has her backstory as an aspiring London-based actor who likes iced coffee.
- Her debut project, “AI Commissioner,” is a sketch built entirely using AI tools and written with ChatGPT.
- Word is some agents have been in talks to represent her — and that has sparked major backlash from real actors, performing unions (like SAG-AFTRA), and high- profile names in entertainment.
1. Jobs, artistry & trust
Actors argue that AI “actors” threaten real jobs in the arts. What’s the point of casting when you can generate a “perfect” face with zero humanity? The union SAG-AFTRA has publicly denounced Tilly as “not an actor.”
Critics say Tilly’s training is based on models of many real actors — possibly using likeness, expressions, data — without their consent. That raises big legal and moral red flags.
Some reviews of “AI Commissioner” commented on Tilly’s stiff movements, flickering teeth, mouths that blur — signs we’re not yet past the uncanny valley.
Her creators say using AI to “cast” Tilly could cut production costs by up to 90% compared to hiring human actors. That’s tempting for budgets — but what do you lose in return?
- Sharpen the human edge
- Negotiate smart contracts
Future casting, endorsements, and digital media deals will need clauses about AI reuse, rights, representation. Be proactive.
- No substitute for authenticity
- Tech + talent can collaborate
Tilly Norwood is not just a scandal — she’s a signal. A signal that the industry is at a crossroads. In that crossroads, talent that embraces craft, identity, and heart will always matter.
