Stars Fight Back Against AI Scams

0:00On April 18th, scammers are hitting fans hard by pretending to be a-list stars like Jennifer Aniston, Brad Pitt, and Johnny Depp, using AI to fake. Photos and voices for romance cons? Victims have lost everything from thousands of dollars to life savings, thinking they're in real relationships or helping with emergencies. Take a 71-year-old guy from Minnesota, who spotted a Photoshop pick of Aniston, but still wired cash, believing they were dating. Another woman shelled out nearly $800,000 to a fake Ben Affleck's mom for his supposed kidney cancer bills. These scams prey on lonely folks, with one San Diego widow now living in her car after sending her savings to a phony Keanu Reeves. Complete with a, Boga's driver's license as proof. Stars are fighting back. Johnny Depp posted warnings about AI faking his face in voice. Tom Hanks called out fake ads peddling miracle drugs with his likeness and reps for. Pitt and Reeves remind everyone they skip social media entirely.

1:01Bottom line, if a celeb hits you up online for money or secrets, it's a trap. Stay sharp out there, double check everything, and protect your wallet from these digital hustlers. I'm Corey with The Story, and you've been listening to Entertainment and Celebrity News today. AI-powered pop culture coverage.