Who Is the Actor in the Verizon Commercial? Pete Davidson Commits (For Real This Time)
So you’re watching TV, maybe on your phone or in your browser, and you see a new Verizon ad. It’s simple. No explosions. Just this dude talking about how chaotic life can be. And then he says he’s found something stable.
Wait a second—is that Pete Davidson? Yep. The actor comedian fronts this new spot promoting Verizon’s latest offer, and let’s be honest—it’s pretty good.
Free Phone, Stable Plan, and… Pete?
The ad is part of two new spots promoting Verizon’s myPlan and myHome services. The pitch is straightforward: Verizon promises a three-year price lock on your plan, and if you trade in an old device (any phone, really), you’ll receive a free phone. Pretty wild. Especially in a market where phone plans and data charges change every other month.
Davidson, who’s appeared in everything from SNL to big-screen comedies, isn’t exactly known for stability. That’s what makes this ad kind of brilliant. Verizon is offering something consistent, reliable. Davidson is offering his vibe. Somehow, it works.
Cookies, Control, and What You Should Know
Here’s where things get interesting, though. Verizon—like most companies—uses cookies and similar technologies to provide and improve meta products and services. These include everything from features on your account to how their sites and browser-based tools work.
Some cookies are required. Others, like optional cookies, are there to improve content, review your experience, and deliver targeted ads. Essential cookies help ensure the core functionality of sites. Information about online advertising, especially how companies use cookies from other companies, is something users should understand. There are ways you can control what data you allow, and ways to use them and review your settings.
You can also manage cookies with browser settings, which gives you even more flexibility. In fact, Verizon (and others) give you options. You can control your information, receive from cookies only what’s needed, and choose how much you want to share. It’s all about giving people a safer experience when they use services online. Whether it’s accepting essential cookies or reviewing optional cookies for personalization, users now have more say. Even cookies with browser settings can be adjusted to fine-tune privacy controls.
Why This Campaign Actually Works
It’s funny because it shouldn’t work. But it does. Davidson—a guy who famously doesn’t commit to anything—tells us this deal is worth committing to. And because the tone is casual, and the message clear, we believe it. Or at least, we laugh and think about it.
Plus, there’s not just one ad. Verizon launched two new spots, both created by Ogilvy, a company known for making clever, content-forward campaigns. These spots promoting price stability land because they speak like people do. It’s not flashy. It’s spoken simply.
The Bigger Picture: Cookies, Content, and Control
Let’s zoom out. This isn’t just about one actor in a commercial. It’s also about how we interact with modern media. When we visit sites, use products, or stream videos, we often don’t think about cookies, or the data that gets tracked. But companies use cookies to improve meta products and to tailor experiences. Whether you’re watching ads, reading content, or checking your account, the goal is to deliver things you actually care about.
That’s why transparency around cookies and similar technologies matters. It helps users understand what’s intended, what’s required, and what’s optional. Essential cookies are always active for basic site functions, while optional cookies can be adjusted for personalization. Verizon, like other companies, offers ways you can control that—whether through your browser or your device settings. You can even disable cookies with browser settings if needed. Cookies with browser settings give users another tool to manage their online privacy.
Conclusion: It’s Not Just the Joke—It’s the Offer
So yes, the actor in the Verizon commercial is Pete Davidson. But beyond that, the ad is doing a lot. It’s making a joke about commitment, offering a real incentive like a free phone, and quietly reminding users about things like cookies, services, and online privacy.
It’s clever, oddly honest, and—whether intended or not—it might just get people to learn more, choose smarter, and use technology with a little more control.
Time will tell, but for now? It’s safe to say Verizon’s delivering a message people will actually hear.