Weird Al Yankovic says he turned down an offer to appear in a commercial for an AI-related business software company. In interviews reported by multiple outlets, Yankovic describes being offered “a nice pile of money” to star in the advertisement, but he declined after learning that the promotion was for an unspecified AI company. Yankovic frames his decision as a refusal to be associated with artificial intelligence, saying he “can’t be the poster boy for AI.” Several reports also note that Yankovic is not a fan of AI, and his comments come as more celebrities publicly address how AI is used in entertainment. Rolling Stone, in particular, highlights his reaction to “weird A.I.” jokes, but the core point across coverage is that he chose not to participate in the ad despite the financial offer. Ahead of a “Bigger & Weirder” tour stop in Syracuse, New York, Yankovic’s remarks are presented as part of his public statements about boundaries regarding AI advertising and endorsement.