David Attenborough is not happy with the AI-created version of his iconic voice

As AI continues to advance, it raises ethical questions about the boundaries of creative expression, consent, and the potential impact on the individuals whose voices are being replicated. There have been several cases where deepfakes — audio and video — of celebrities doing the rounds. The latest one involves Sir David Attenborough. The renowned naturalist and broadcaster has expressed his dissatisfaction with the AI-generated replication of his distinctive voice, as showcased in a video released by programmer Charlie Holtz.

The video shared by Holtz on X demonstrates the capabilities of artificial intelligence in mimicking Attenborough’s iconic narration style. Holtz asked GPT4+ to get AI-powered Attenborough’s voice to narrate his life. There were comments on X from users who were amazed how close it was to real life Attenborough. However, the man himself was not pleased at all.