Tom Hanks has issued a warning to his social media fans and followers, warning about fraudulent advertisements circulating online that use his likeness and voice without his consent.
The Oscar winner took to Instagram on Friday to alert his fans, stating that his image has been manipulated by AI to promote various products and treatments falsely. "There are multiple ads over the internet falsely using my name, likeness, and voice promoting miracle cures and wonder drugs," Hanks wrote.
He emphasized that these ads were created without his consent, in a statement that read, "I have nothing to do with these posts or the products and treatments, or the spokespeople touting these cures."
Hanks clarified that he only collaborates with his board-certified doctor for his treatment and urged his followers to be cautious. "DO NOT BE FOOLED. DO NOT BE SWINDLED. DO NOT LOSE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY," he concluded.
This is not the first time that the actor's image and likeness has been used in illegal advertisements. Previously, Hanks took to his handle and even put out an AI-generated ad promoting a dental plan. "I have nothing to do with this," he asserted.
The use of AI to create deepfake ads has become increasingly common, often leading to scams or misleading endorsements. Hanks is among several high-profile figures targeted by such deceptive practices, with others including Taylor Swift, Scarlett Johansson, Elon Musk, Warren Buffett, YouTuber MrBeast, among many others.
