Tom Hanks warns followers about AI-generated ads using his name, likeness and voice
Written by ABC Audio. All rights reserved. on August 31, 2024
Tom Hanks is once again issuing a warning to his followers to be vigilant online against artificial intelligence.
The actor shared a “public service announcement” post to Instagram on Thursday, addressing AI-generated ads using him to promote medical products he does not endorse.
“There are multiple ads over the internet falsely using my name, likeness, and voice promoting miracle cures and wonder drugs,” Hanks wrote. “These ads have been created without my consent, fraudulently and through AI.”
“I have nothing to do with these posts or the products and treatments, or the spokespeople touting these cures,” he continued. “I have type 2 diabetes, and I ONLY work with my board certified doctor regarding my treatment.”
Hanks ended the post with a firm message of caution to his followers, saying, “DO NOT BE FOOLED. DO NOT BE SWINDLED. DO NOT LOSE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY.”
A representative for Hanks told Good Morning America the actor had no additional comment on the matter.
This isn’t the first time the Toy Story actor has spoken out against AI-generated ads using his likeness to promote products.
In October 2023, he warned his followers about an ad for a dental plan using an aged-down version of him, saying, “I have nothing to do with it.”
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