Scarlett Johansson: ChatGPT voice sounds 'eerily similar' to mine
Scarlett Johansson recently expressed her shock and anger at how closely one of the voices in ChatGPT resembles hers. OpenAI has decided to pause the use of this particular voice, named Sky, following the comparisons made with the Hollywood actress.
Similarity to Johansson's Voice
Users of the app noted the resemblance between Scarlett Johansson's voice and the Sky voice option, especially after an update that aimed to make ChatGPT more conversational and engaging. Johansson is no stranger to providing voices for AI interfaces, having famously lent her voice to the AI in the 2013 film 'Her'.
In response to the feedback, OpenAI acknowledged the concerns and stated that they are working on addressing the issue by pausing the use of the Sky voice. Johansson revealed that she was approached by OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, to provide her voice for the system, but she declined the offer for personal reasons.
Legal Action
After the release of the voice that closely resembled hers, Johansson took action by hiring lawyers to inquire about the process behind choosing the voice. As a result, OpenAI agreed to take down the Sky voice.
OpenAI released a statement emphasizing that the Sky voice was not an imitation of Scarlett Johansson but instead belonged to a different professional actress. The company also emphasized the rigorous process involved in selecting voice talents for their AI models.
Upcoming Features
OpenAI recently unveiled their new AI model, GPT-4o, with enhanced conversational abilities that will provide more human-like responses. These features are set to be rolled out to Chat-GPT subscribers in the near future, offering a more immersive experience.
Despite the controversy surrounding the Sky voice, OpenAI remains committed to developing AI voices that do not mimic celebrities intentionally. The company values privacy and confidentiality, hence they do not disclose the identities of the voice talents used in their models.
For more information on the voice selection process by OpenAI, you can read their official statement here.
Stay tuned for further updates on the evolving landscape of AI voices and the advancements in conversational technology.
