Kaylah Walton
After a successful career in acting, Morgan Freeman faced an unexpected twist with his distinctive voice getting entangled in a TikTok scandal. His niece, an unemployed “influencer,” decided to create a video where she spends Freeman’s money extravagantly while he narrates the unfolding events.
Viral TikTok Video Featuring Morgan Freeman’s Voice Over
“She requested my credit card for what she said was a small gesture for her birthday,” narrated the voiceover of the video from Justine’s Camera Roll. “To my surprise, I was billed for a yacht.”
The video was filled with similar witty remarks where Freeman commented on the lack of Spanish in a “cultural experience” in Spain, referred to her revealing birthday attire as a nightgown, and expressed feeling “embezzled.”
The most surprising element was that Justine used AI to generate Freeman’s voice. This video was part of her TikTok series showcasing the behind-the-scenes of influencing, with this particular video, wrongly labeled as “Spain,” receiving the least views among the collection narrated by “Uncle Mo.”
The Irresistibility of the Fake Morgan Freeman
As the video gained popularity on social platforms, the audience found it entertaining, despite the manipulated nature of the video. Justine’s influencer marketing tactics proved successful, even though some viewers engaged by expressing their reservations about the use of AI.
“It’s clever marketing and hilarious to hear the fake commentary mimicking him. Kudos to her for the creative use of technology,” praised a user on X, the rebranded Twitter platform, where the video garnered more likes than on TikTok.
One viewer admitted, “I fell for it initially,” highlighting the effectiveness of the AI manipulation.
Another comment mused on the notion of nepotism, suggesting that if the video was authentic and related to Freeman, it would portray an appropriate use of family connections, adding a layer of social commentary.
The Risks Associated with AI
In a twist of irony, Morgan Freeman, the central figure of the video, had no say in the matter. This viral video showcased the potential of AI when leveraged effectively in the realm of social media, while also shedding light on the challenges it presents to artists whose unique talents can be replicated through technological means.
