‘Extra challenging during a difficult time’: Robert Redford’s daughter criticises AI tributes to the late actor

The GuardianMonday, November 24, 2025 at 11:04:46 AM
‘Extra challenging during a difficult time’: Robert Redford’s daughter criticises AI tributes to the late actor
  • Amy Redford has publicly criticized the use of artificial intelligence to create tributes to her late father, actor Robert Redford, who passed away in September. She expressed her gratitude for the support from fans but condemned the AI-generated content as 'fabrications' that misrepresent her family's sentiments.
  • This criticism highlights growing concerns regarding the ethical implications of AI in memorializing individuals, raising questions about authenticity and respect in the context of grief and remembrance, particularly for public figures.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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