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Milana Vayntrub

Milana Vayntrub is an American actress, comedian, writer, director, and activist.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Milana Vayntrub is an American actress, comedian, writer, director, and activist. She is best known for playing Lily Adams in AT&T commercials and has also appeared in television, film, web series, and voice roles.

Early life

Vayntrub was born in Tashkent, in what was then the Uzbek SSR, and moved to the United States as a child. Sources describe her as being of Jewish background and having fled religious persecution with her family.

Career

She began acting in childhood and later built a career in television, web content, and commercials. Her best-known role is Lily Adams in AT&T advertisements, and she has also been associated with Marvel-related voice and screen projects.

Public profile and activism

Beyond acting, Vayntrub has been described as an activist and has been publicly associated with refugee advocacy and related social causes. Her public work has contributed to her visibility beyond entertainment.

Selected screen work

Her credits cited in available sources include television appearances such as This Is Us and projects such as Werewolves Within. She has also been linked to the Marvel character Squirrel Girl in related productions.

Key facts

  • Milana Vayntrub is best known for playing Lily Adams in AT&T commercials.
  • She began her career as a child actress and has worked across television, film, digital media, and voice acting.
  • She has been identified as an activist and humanitarian advocate, particularly for refugee causes.
  • She was born in Tashkent and moved to the United States as a child.
  • Her credits include television appearances such as This Is Us and projects such as Werewolves Within.
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Canadian context

She is known to Canadian audiences through broad North American media exposure, including AT&T campaigns, U.S. television, and coverage on Canadian-facing entertainment platforms.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Milana Vayntrub?
She is an American actress, comedian, writer, director, and activist best known for portraying Lily Adams in AT&T commercials.
Where was Milana Vayntrub born?
She was born in Tashkent, then part of the Uzbek SSR in the Soviet Union, now Uzbekistan.
What is Milana Vayntrub famous for?
She is most widely recognized for her role as Lily Adams in AT&T advertising campaigns.
Is Milana Vayntrub also an activist?
Yes. Sources describe her as an activist and note her advocacy work, including refugee-related causes.
Has Milana Vayntrub acted in television and film?
Yes. Sources link her to television, film, web content, and voice roles.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milana_Vayntrub
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupations, and recognition for AT&T commercials.
  2. Apple TV Canada — https://tv.apple.com/ca/person/milana-vayntrub/umc.cpc.3qv0o86955z8orrq22hcjywq6
    Supports: Biography summary, refugee background, and association with AT&T commercials and Squirrel Girl.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2168927/
    Supports: Biographical details, occupations, and selected credits.
  4. The Daily Beast — https://www.thedailybeast.com/author/milana-vayntrub/
    Supports: Public identity as actor, writer, director, and activist; refugee advocacy context.