Who is in the new lexus commercial

Lexus has made history partnering with FX’s POSE’s meteoric rising star, MJ Rodriquez, who is one of the first Afro-Latina Trans women to be featured in a major luxury automotive ad.   

This spot, created as part of a campaign for the launch of the new Lexus IS sport sedan personifies style and performance, highlighting the charisma of both the vehicle and the people that drive it. This groundbreaking campaign features the celebrity talent of actress and singer MJ Rodriguez, whose show POSE is also making history for having the largest cast of transgender actresses as series regulars.      

Showcasing the statement-making, elevated lines of the automobile with deft cinematography and creating a waltz between the car’s movements and those of the camera, the spot plays with expectations and embraces a playful swagger.  With vehicles being an extension of a driver’s personal style, the new campaign speaks boldly to going all-in on experiencing the things you’re passionate about.   

Lexus produced a 90-second remix of the ad which was created in partnership with, which premiered on, the global Queer TV network, Revry, during Women’s History Month on March 11th at 5pm (PST) / 8pm (EST). Revry will feature the extended commercial in an exclusive half hour interview show, Gigi X MJ, a behind-the-scenes special with celebrity trans influencer Gigi Gorgeous interviewing Rodriguez and dishing about everything from MJ’s star experience on POSE and its new season, to life during the COVID-19 pandemic and what it’s like being featured as the first Afro-Latina Trans woman featured in a Lexus commercial. You can check it out on the Revry site here.

Alluding to her already groundbreaking role on POSE, Rodriguez reflects on what being a trailblazer and starring in this Lexus spot means to her. In an exclusive Revry interview she says: “It was a surreal experience. I’m trailing a way for girls like me just to have a spot, I feel like I’m a part of history in another way and a part of change in another way." 

Mia Phillips, senior manager, Advertising & Media at Lexus said: “We are thrilled to launch the new Lexus IS in partnership with MJ Rodriguez whose combination of groundbreaking star power, sense of adventure and impeccable style is unrivaled."  

The ad brought together an A-List team behind the scenes for the campaign from Walton Isaacson including an original score from music producer/director Andrew Logan, who’s worked with notable artists including Garth Brooks, Paula Abdul, Dakota Moon, Nobody's Angel and Laura Pausini. The 90-second extended version was edited by music video editor Chancler Haynes (Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift, Travis Scott, DJ Khaled) and the highly respected Costume Designer Kim Bowen who’s worked with notable celebrities including Jennifer Lopez, Janet Jackson, and Pink. The commercial was directed by Ace Norton with JOJX Production.

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Lexus ranks as the fourth largest car luxury brand after Mercedes, Audi, and BMW. Such immense success can be attributed to the Lexus commercial actors and actresses who have perfected the art of promoting the brand. Most celebrities starring in these commercials are household names in the entertainment industry.

Who is in the new lexus commercial
Lexus logo is seen over the entrance to a car showroom in Kiev. Photo: Pavlo Gonchar
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Every year, car manufacturers incur huge advertising expenditures to entertain and engage the public. Lexus is one of the fastest-growing luxury car brand manufacturers. With a host of new vehicle models being released every year, the company develops commercials featuring celebrities to kick off the product onslaught.

Who is in the Lexus commercial?

Lexus has engaged various actors and actresses to undertake their commercials and popularize the brand. Some of these names are not new, as they have dominated the entertainment arena. Here are the names and profiles of the actors and actresses featuring in the Lexus ads.

1. Xavier Jimenez

Who is in the new lexus commercial
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Xavier appears in the Lexus LX 600 commercial as an actor/model. He was born on September 12, 1992, in Miami, Florida. This means that he is 30 years old as of 2022.

Xavier is a famous American actor renowned for his role as Tusken Raider in Chapter 9: The Marshal in The Mandalorian Series. His other acting credits include The Book of Boba Fett (2021) and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D (2013).

2. Gaius Charles

Who is in the new lexus commercial
Actor Gaius Charles attends the 2017 NBCUniversal Summer Press Day at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez
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Actor Gaius provides the narrating voice in the new Lexus commercial. He was born on May 2, 1993, in Manhattan, New York, United States. This means that he is 39 years old as of 2022. He is a famous American actor renowned for portraying Brian Williams in the drama series Friday Night Lights. His other acting credits include:

  • Grey's Anatomy
  • Alice
  • Taken
  • Drunk History
  • Batman: Bad Blood

3. Trevor Jackson

Who is in the new lexus commercial
Trevor Jackson visits Build to discuss the TV show "Grown-ish" at Build Studio in New York City. Photo: Michael Loccisano
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Trevor features in the Lexus IS commercial titled The Whole Package, in which he says that he chose to drive the model because it provides a powerful and exhilarating driving experience. He was born on August 30, 1996, in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.

Trevor is renowned for his role as Aaron Jackson in the series Grown-ish. He has also featured in several other movies and TV shows, including:

  • Eureka
  • Let it Shine
  • Superfly
  • Burning Sands
  • Criminal Minds
  • A Beautiful Soul
  • Austin & Ally
  • Ridiculousness
  • Weird City

4. Lovie Simone

Who is in the new lexus commercial
Actress Lovie Simone visits the Build Series to discuss the OWN series "Greenleaf" at Build Studio in New York City. Photo: Gary Gershoff
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Lovie is the black girl in the Lexus commercial titled The Whole Package. She features in the commercial alongside Trevor Jackson. Lovie was born on November 29, 1998, in New York, United States. She is 24 years old as of 2022.

Lovie is a famous American actress renowned for her role as Zora Greenleaf in the drama series Greenleaf. Since she debuted as an actress, she has been featured in several movies and TV shows. Some of her acting credits include:

  • Monster
  • Share
  • Blue Bloods
  • Social Distance
  • Selah and the Spades
  • The Walk
  • Orange Is the New Black
  • The Craft: Legacy

5. MJ Rodriguez

Who is in the new lexus commercial
Michaela Jaé Rodriguez attends the 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills, California. Photo: Momodu Mansaray
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MJ Rodriguez features in the commercial titled Style, which highlights the leather finish and the sleek exterior of the Lexus 2021 IS. Her real name is Michaela Jae Antonia Rodriguez. She was born on January 7, 1991, in Newark, New Jersey.

The American actress and singer is 32 years old as of 2022. Rodriguez is renowned for her lead role in the FX television series titled Pose. Her other acting credits include:

  • The Carrie Diaries
  • Runaways
  • Little Shop of Horrors
  • Burn All Night
  • Street Children
  • Rent
  • Bun in the Oven
  • Saturday Church

6. Audrey Nuna

Who is in the new lexus commercial
Audrey Nuna attends the 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. Photo: Kevin Winter
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Audrey features in the Hands to the Sky advert for Lexus LS 500h. She was born on April 2, 1999, in New Jersey, United States. Audrey is 23 years old as of 2022. She is a famous American R & B singer and rapper. Audrey is renowned for her singles, such as:

  • Comic Sans
  • Damn Right
  • Space
  • Blossom
  • Long Night
  • Time

7. Hannah Ferguson

Who is in the new lexus commercial
Model Hannah Ferguson attends the NYFW Kickoff Party, A Celebration Of Personal Style, hosted by E!, ELLE & IMG and sponsored by TRESEMME. Photo: Dia Dipasupil
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Model Hannah Ferguson flaunted her figure in the Lexus LC 500 campaign. She was born on October 12, 1992, in San Angelo, Texas, United States.

Hannah is 30 years old as of 2022. She is a famous model renowned for her appearance in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit and Vogue issues. In addition, she has walked for various designers and campaigns such as Dolce & Gabbana, Max Mara, and Maschino.

8. Chadwick Baseman

Who is in the new lexus commercial
Actor Chadwick Boseman attends the 2018 MTV Movie And TV Awards at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California. Photo: Emma McIntyre
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Chadwick Boseman stars in the Lexus LS 500 F Sport ad as the Black Panther. He is renowned for his appearance in the Lexus super bowl commercial. Chadwick was born on November 29, 1976, in Anderson, South Carolina, United States.

The African American actor achieved international fame for playing the superhero Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. His other acting credits include Get on Up (2013) and Marshall (2017). Unfortunately, Chadwick is no more as he succumbed to colon cancer on August 28, 2020, at the age of 43 years.

The actors and actresses featuring in the Lexus commercials have used their artistic talent to promote the numerous luxury brands that the company has manufactured in the last few years. They have played a significant role in building the company's publicity and goodwill with prospective customers.

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Most Liberty Mutual commercial actors and actresses are upcoming or established celebrities. These men and women use their artistic talent to promote numerous products that the insurance company is selling. Some of the names featuring on this list include David Hoffman, Dustin Ingram, Tanner Novlan, John Ales, and others. Read the post to find out more.

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