Aubrey Plaza, Delaware's Biggest Star, Shines in Super Bowl Ads

The Ursuline Academy grad has appeared in several high-profile Super Bowl commercials over the years.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Aubrey Plaza, a native of Wilmington, Delaware and star of shows like "Parks and Recreation" and "White Lotus", has been featured in several Super Bowl commercials in recent years. In 2024, she appeared in a Mountain Dew ad riding a fire-breathing dragon, and in 2025 she starred in a Ritz Crackers commercial alongside Bad Bunny and Michael Shannon. While Plaza won't be in any Super Bowl LX ads this year, her past Super Bowl commercial appearances have showcased her comedic talents and cemented her status as one of Delaware's biggest celebrities.

Why it matters

Aubrey Plaza's Super Bowl commercial appearances highlight her rising star power and the fact that she has become one of Delaware's most famous exports. As a graduate of Ursuline Academy in Wilmington, Plaza's success in Hollywood has brought positive attention to her home state.

The details

In 2024, Plaza appeared in a Mountain Dew/PepsiCo Super Bowl ad where she was seen riding a fire-breathing dragon, showcasing her comedic chops. The following year, in 2025, she starred in a Ritz Crackers commercial alongside Bad Bunny and Michael Shannon, playing up her signature dry humor. While Plaza won't be in any Super Bowl LX ads this year, her past appearances have cemented her status as a sought-after celebrity for high-profile advertising campaigns.

  • In 2024, Plaza appeared in a Mountain Dew Super Bowl commercial.
  • In 2025, Plaza starred in a Ritz Crackers Super Bowl commercial.

The players

Aubrey Plaza

A native of Wilmington, Delaware and star of shows like "Parks and Recreation" and "White Lotus", Plaza has become one of Delaware's biggest celebrities through her successful acting career in Hollywood.

Bad Bunny

A Puerto Rican rapper and singer who appeared alongside Plaza in the 2025 Ritz Crackers Super Bowl commercial, marking his first appearance in a Super Bowl ad.

Michael Shannon

An Oscar-nominated actor who has appeared in shows like "The Flash" and "Boardwalk Empire", and who also starred alongside Plaza in the 2025 Ritz Crackers Super Bowl commercial, making his first appearance in a Super Bowl ad.

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What they’re saying

“I like to just slip it right in, one bite, almost swallow it. I like when someone frisbees it into my mouth.”

— Aubrey Plaza (USA TODAY)

“I reenact it as it's happening. I watch the plays and then I play out all the positions.”

— Michael Shannon (USA TODAY)

“I find it soothing to read courtside during WNBA games. I retain more information. I always used to do homework with the TV on. It's like that, kind of.”

— Aubrey Plaza (USA TODAY)

The takeaway

Aubrey Plaza's Super Bowl commercial appearances have showcased her comedic talents and cemented her status as one of Delaware's biggest stars, bringing positive attention to her home state and demonstrating her ability to land high-profile advertising campaigns.