Katy Perry's mom tricked by viral AI Met Gala photo
Katy Perry was absent from the 2024 Met Gala, but artificial intelligence-generated images of her at the event led to confusion among fans and even fooled her mother. The pictures, which depicted Perry in a detailed gown, were shared widely on social media, garnering significant attention and likes. Perry clarified the situation by posting screenshots of the AI-generated images and a text conversation with her mother, who had complimented her on her appearance at the gala.
The incident highlights the growing impact of AI-generated content and its potential for misinformation. Perry has previously joined other artists in cautioning against the use of AI tools as substitutes for human creativity in the arts. While the Federal Communications Commission has regulations against AI-generated voices in robocalls and some states have laws prohibiting deepfake pornography, there is no federal law explicitly banning deepfakes.
At the actual Met Gala event, co-chaired by Zendaya, numerous celebrities such as Gwendoline Christie, Bad Bunny, Jennifer Lopez, Lana Del Rey, Kelsea Ballerini, and RAYE were in attendance. Perry also took the opportunity to tease fans with news of upcoming music, sharing a studio picture on social media. Despite previous speculation and her history of attending the Met Gala, Perry's virtual appearance this year raised questions about the authenticity of celebrity presence at high-profile events and the implications of AI technology on public perception.
