Will AI narrate nature documentaries like David Attenborough after he passes?

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I was watching Planet Earth and realized David Attenborough is 98. It made me sad, but then I felt some relief thinking his family might license his voice so AI can keep his legacy alive.

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This really comes down to money. It’ll probably depend on negotiations with him now or later with his estate.

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Do you think he’d actually agree to this?

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Sky said:
Do you think he’d actually agree to this?

Why not just ask him? He’s still alive.

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Zev said:

Sky said:
Do you think he’d actually agree to this?

Why not just ask him? He’s still alive.

Good point. Someone should definitely ask him while he’s around.

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@Sky
Yeah, but even if he says no, his estate might still agree later. Estates usually prioritize the money over these things.

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People are already doing this. There are tons of videos on YouTube using AI with his voice.

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Imagine AI narrating a Walmart scene in his voice. It’d be hilarious.