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AI Replicas of Late Cartoonist Spark Controversy Online

2/20/2026

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AI-generated videos of Scott Adams (cartoonist), who died on January 13, have emerged online.
The synthetic version, dubbed "AI Scott Adams," closely resembles the late cartoonist.
Some in Silicon Valley find it fascinating, while Adams's supporters and family express horror.
The technology raises concerns about potential misuse, including fraud and impersonation.
Questions remain about the motivations behind creating AI replicas and their public value.

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Story summary

AI-generated videos of Scott Adams (cartoonist), who died on January 13, have emerged online.
The synthetic version, dubbed "AI Scott Adams," closely resembles the late cartoonist.
Some in Silicon Valley find it fascinating, while Adams's supporters and family express horror.
The technology raises concerns about potential misuse, including fraud and impersonation.
Questions remain about the motivations behind creating AI replicas and their public value.