All articles tagged with #celebrity impersonation
Saturday Night Live's final 2025 episode features Ariana Grande as host, with political satire, musical performances, and sketches including a dark twist on Home Alone, a Christmas duet spectacular, and emotional cast farewells, culminating in a tribute to cast member Bowen Yang and a Cher performance, blending humor, music, and heartfelt moments.
A Jeremy Allen White lookalike contest was held in Humboldt Park, Chicago, attracting over 50 participants and hundreds of spectators. The event, organized by Kelsey Cassaro and Taylor Vaske, offered a $50 prize and a pack of Marlboro Reds. Ben Shabad, a mental health therapist, won the contest, which celebrated the actor known for his role in "The Bear." The event follows similar celebrity lookalike contests in other cities, and although White did not attend, the competition drew fans of his shows "The Bear" and "Shameless."
Scammers used AI-generated video of Taylor Swift to promote a fake Le Creuset cookware giveaway, tricking fans into paying a small shipping fee that concealed recurring charges. This incident highlights the growing issue of AI impersonation of celebrities, with other stars like Scarlett Johansson and Tom Hanks also falling victim to unauthorized use of their likeness and voice.