Johnny Depp informed his millions of followers on the Internet artificial intelligence tried to use his character to scam his fans for money.
The “Pirates of the Caribbean” actor. he wished his fans a “Happy New Year” on social media before issuing a warning against “illegal schemes” running rampant online.
“Unfortunately, it has been brought to my attention that online scammers are intensifying their efforts to target my fans and supporters,” Depp wrote in a post he shared with his nearly 29 million Instagram followers.
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Johnny Depp has urged fans not to give money to AI scammers impersonating him. (Getty Images)
“As part of their tactics, they create multiple, fake social media and email accounts impersonating me and my team members.
“Today, artificial intelligence can create an illusion of my face and voice. Fraudsters can look and sound like the real me. But neither I, nor my team, will ask you for money or your personal information.”
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Depp pointed out that he, together with his team, is “actively working to combat these illicit schemes.” He reiterated his official social media accounts and assured his fans that he “does not offer paid meetings, phone calls, club memberships or fan cards.”
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In addition, the “Sweeney Todd” star confirmed that he does not personally interact with his fan base online through social media.
“If you are ever asked for money for a meeting, invitation, membership or fan card, it is a scam,” Depp wrote.
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“Again, neither I, nor my team, nor my agent, nor my family will ever contact you on my behalf asking for money or your personal information.”
Depp told fans that he would never ask for their money, especially online. (Getty Images)
He shared a typed version of his note online, with the initials JD at the bottom.
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