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Tom Hanks has warned that a series of online adverts using his voice and likeness are fraudulent.
The Forrest Gump actor, 68, says the ads were created without his consent using artificial intelligence.
In a post on his official Instagram account titled “Public Service Announcement,” Hanks said: “There are multiple ads over the internet falsely using my name, likeness and voice promoting miracle cures and wonder drugs. These ads have been created without my consent, fraudulently and through AI.
“I have nothing to do with these posts or the productions and treatments, or the spokespeople touting these cures. I have type 2 diabetes, and I ONLY work with my board certified doctor regarding my treatment.
“DO NOT BE FOOLED. DO NOT BE SWINDLED. DO NOT LOSE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY.”
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