Tilly Norwood, the First AI Actress, Enters Hollywood
One of the sectors where artificial intelligence is rapidly spreading is the entertainment world. This process, shrouded in controversy, is now reaching a point of no return. It has been announced that negotiations are underway with major agencies to represent Tilly Norwood, the first AI-based actress in Hollywood. This has sparked both new opportunities and heated debate.
Tilly Norwood Enters Hollywood
Tilly Norwood is a hyperrealistic digital actress developed by the AI studio Xicoia. Studio founder Eline Van der Velden told Deadline that they have met with major talent agencies and that the agency representing Norwood will be announced soon. The project, which was not widely considered in February, has become a hot topic in Hollywood within a few months.
Van der Velden explained that producers initially resisted using AI, saying, “We’re not using AI,” but were working on the technology in the background. He added that major studios contacted them directly in March and April. He believes Hollywood needs the next generation of AI artists and creative minds who can utilize technology effectively more than ever.
Tilly Norwood’s entry into the industry could be a turning point in many ways. While a cast entirely composed of AI actors may seem like a distant dream, it’s quite possible that she’ll appear alongside human actors in a film. Such initiatives will generate significant marketing interest and be an attractive option for studios looking to reduce production costs.
Conversely, the backlash has been harsh. Actors’ unions, in particular, argue that AI threatens the acting profession. Some celebrities, such as Ralph Ineson, openly reacted to Tilly Norwood’s announcement on social media. Xicoia argues that Norwood isn’t just a project; she will be a pioneer for a new generation of digital stars.
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