A new wave of AI-generated deepfake videos targeting late-night TV hosts has raised concerns about the ease and impact of creating these deceptive clips. Unlike other types of deepfakes, impersonations of well-known personalities like Jimmy Kimmel and Jon Stewart require less sophisticated technology, making them more accessible to creators. The growing prevalence of these videos on social media highlights both the technical advancements in AI and the potential for increased misinformation in public discourse. Experts warn that such content could undermine trust in media and public figures more effectively than other forms of digital forgery.
While social media is rife with AI celebrity deepfakes, videos featuring late night TV hosts like Jimmy Kimmel and Jon Stewart are are easier to create than other kinds of deepfakes and potentially more disruptive.
