Apple Siri Ad Thank You Speech: Neil Patrick Harris?

No, Apple has not run a Siri advertisement featuring a thank-you speech by Neil Patrick Harris. The confusion likely comes from a 2018 Apple ad called “Siri Love Story� that starred Neil Patrick Harris and his actual husband, David Burtka, where Harris’s character uses Siri to plan a proposal and deliver a heartfelt speech. This article explains the real ad, why people misremember it, and what Siri’s voice assistant actually does.

The Real Apple Ad: “Siri Love Story�

In 2018, Apple released a three-minute ad titled “Siri Love Story� during the 90th Academy Awards. It featured Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka (his real-life husband) playing a couple. The plot: Harris’s character uses Siri to organize a scavenger hunt that leads to a marriage proposal. The ad ends with Harris delivering a short, emotional speech to Burtka, thanking him for being his partner. That speech is likely what people remember as a “thank you speech.�

The ad was a commercial for Siri’s ability to set reminders, send messages, and manage schedules. It was not a standalone speech—it was a scripted narrative. Apple never released a separate ad where Harris gives a thank-you speech directly to the camera or to Siri.

Why People Think It’s a “Thank You Speech�

The proposal scene includes lines like “Thank you for saying yes� and “Thank you for being you.� Because the ad was widely shared and talked about, viewers may have conflated the proposal speech with a thank-you speech. Also, Harris is known for hosting award shows (he hosted the Tonys and Oscars), where he gives actual thank-you speeches. That association may have blurred memories.

There is no record of Apple using Harris in any other Siri ad. Apple has run dozens of Siri ads over the years, but Harris only appeared in the one 2018 spot.

What the Ad Actually Showed

The ad’s plot: Harris’s character wakes up and asks Siri to help him propose. He uses Siri to:

• Set reminders for each clue location
• Send texts to Burtka’s character
• Play a specific song at the right moment
• Get directions to the final spot

At the end, Harris kneels and says a few lines about their life together. The ad was praised for featuring a real same-sex couple and for showing Siri as a helpful assistant, not a gimmick.

How Siri Works in Real Life

Siri is Apple’s voice assistant, available on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, HomePod, and AirPods. It uses natural language processing to understand spoken requests and can perform actions like:

• Setting alarms and timers
• Sending texts and emails
• Making phone calls
• Playing music and podcasts
• Controlling smart home devices
• Answering trivia and math questions

You activate Siri by saying “Hey Siri� (or “Siri� on newer devices) or by pressing the side button. It does not require a special ad to work—it’s built into every Apple device.

Common Misconceptions About Siri Ads

People often misremember which celebrities appeared in Siri ads. For example:

• Many think Samuel L. Jackson voiced Siri in a 2017 ad—that was actually a joke for a Super Bowl spot, not a real feature.
• Some recall a Siri ad with a robot—that was a 2016 ad for the iPhone 7, not Siri specifically.
• Others confuse Apple’s “Shot on iPhoneâ€� ads with Siri ads because both feature real people and emotional moments.

If you search for “Neil Patrick Harris Siri ad,� you’ll find the 2018 “Siri Love Story� and its clips. No other Siri ad with Harris exists.

How to Watch the Ad

The full ad is available on Apple’s official YouTube channel and on Apple’s website. Search for “Siri Love Story� or “Apple Siri ad Neil Patrick Harris.� It runs about three minutes. There is also a shorter 60-second version that aired on TV. Both show the proposal scene and the speech.

Frequently Asked Questions

Did Neil Patrick Harris voice Siri?

No. Siri’s default voice is a computer-generated voice, not a celebrity. Harris only acted in the ad; he never provided Siri’s voice.

Is there a full version of the Siri ad with a longer speech?

The full ad is about three minutes long. The speech is about 30 seconds. There is no extended cut with a longer speech; the three-minute version is the complete ad.

Why did Apple choose Neil Patrick Harris for the ad?

Apple often casts well-known actors to make features feel relatable. Harris is a popular TV and stage actor, and using his real husband added authenticity to the story. Apple has not publicly stated why they chose him, but it fits their pattern of using celebrities in commercials.

Can I use Siri to plan a proposal like in the ad?

Yes, Siri can set reminders, send messages, and play music, which are the main actions shown in the ad. However, Siri cannot physically hide clues or coordinate a scavenger hunt—that requires human planning. The ad is a dramatization, not a tutorial.

Did the ad win any awards?

The ad was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Commercial in 2018, but it did not win. That is the only major award nomination it received.

Is there a Siri ad with a thank-you speech from someone else?

No. There is no other Siri ad featuring a thank-you speech. The only speech-like moment is in the Harris ad. Other Siri ads focus on quick tasks like setting timers or playing music.

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