US EditionSAG-AFTRA Condemns AI 'Actress' Tilly Norwood and Warns Producers on Synthetic Performers
Tilly Norwood, an AI-generated character created by Particle6, attracts multiple talent agencies despite criticism from actors and unions over AI's impact on human jobs.
- SAG-AFTRA has condemned Tilly Norwood, a 100% AI-generated actress, stating that she is not an actor but a character created without permission from professional performers.
- Eline Van der Velden, creator of Tilly Norwood, argues that the AI character is not meant to replace humans but is a new form of artistic expression designed to spark conversation, not substitution.
- Industry experts emphasize the shift in studios towards AI, seeing it as a cost-saving tool rather than a threat, while some performers express fears over the loss of human connection in acting.
- Hollywood talent agencies have shown interest in representing Tilly, signaling a potential acceptance of AI in film, despite ongoing concerns regarding the impact on human performers and the authenticity of storytelling.
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Inside the Controversy Surrounding AI Actress Tilly Norwood
AI personality Tilly Norwood sparked controversy in Hollywood as she’s attempting to pursue an acting career. Norwood popped up on social media in May 2025, posting content like any other influencer. Her Instagram bio states that she is AI art and an aspiring actress. “In 20 seconds I fought monsters, fled explosions, sold you a car, and nearly won an Oscar. All in a day’s work… literally!” Norwood wrote via Instagram in August 2025 alongside a …
My Favorite Actress Is Not Human
Tilly Norwood is the actress I most want to see on the big screen, or perhaps the little screen, if she gets her own TV show. She is beautiful, but not too intimidating. She has a natural smile, and is just the right amount of British—a touch exotic but still familiar with her posh accent. Her Instagram has immaculate standards of presentation.If you do not already know, Tilly is not an actual human being. She—it?—is an AI creation.And recently,…
Meet Tilly Norwood: The AI-generated actor shaking up Hollywood and going viral online - Tech Startups
She hasn’t landed a single role in a real film, yet she’s already managed to become the most talked-about “actress” in Hollywood. Tilly Norwood, a fully AI-generated performer, has ignited a storm of fascination and outrage, with her growing online […] The post Meet Tilly Norwood: The AI-generated actor shaking up Hollywood and going viral online first appeared on Tech Startups.
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estrepublicain.frShe's called Tilly Norwood and she's the black beast of Hollywood. This "actress" has the particularity of having been created entirely by the AI. The unions of the American actors rise to the niche. They fear that the arrival of artificial intelligence in the profession will impact their working conditions.
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