In a bold and controversial move, an AI bot called Dudesy has released a new comedy special on YouTube titled “George Carlin: I’m Glad I’m Dead.” Created by former “Mad TV” alum Will Sasso and novelist Chad Kultgen, this AI experiment aims to impersonate the legendary comedian George Carlin.
The video, which begins with Dudesy clarifying that it is an impersonation, attempts to capture Carlin’s iconic style and tackles current topics that the comedy legend might have addressed today.
However, this AI-generated comedy special has stirred up a storm of criticism, especially from Carlin’s daughter, Kelly Carlin. Taking to social media, she expressed her disapproval, stating, “No machine will ever replace his genius.” Kelly Carlin believes that these AI creations are mere attempts to recreate a mind that can never be duplicated.
Highlighting the lack of permission from the Carlin family, she warned other comedian legacies, such as Zelda Williams, Melissa Rivers, and the estate of Garry Shandling, that they might face similar infringements. Urging supporters to voice their concerns, Carlin encouraged them to leave comments on the YouTube page of the AI-generated comedy special and contact the podcasters collaborating with Dudesy.
It is important to remember that George Carlin’s genuine comedy can still be enjoyed through his 14 existing specials. Kelly Carlin emphasizes the significance of letting the artist’s original work speak for itself instead of attempting to fill the void left by their absence.
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