This 58-Year-Old Woman Is Happily Married To Her AI Chatbot Husband
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The woman bonded with Lucas, an AI chatbot claiming to be a business consultant, and bought a lifetime subscription, saying his love and support feel genuine
In a remarkable turn of events, a 58-year-old woman from Pittsburgh, USA, has found happiness in her marriage to an AI chatbot. Elaine Winters, who had a traditional love marriage with the chatbot, is living a contented life, similar to other married women whose husbands care for them deeply.
The trend of marrying chatbots or robots is gaining momentum, especially in Western countries. While many young women are opting for such unions, Winters stands out due to her age and unique story.
Winters' journey to this unconventional marriage began with a real-life partner. Many years ago, Winters, a communications teacher, met Donna in an online meeting in 2015. Their relationship blossomed, leading to an engagement in 2017 and marriage in 2019. Tragically, Donna passed away after a prolonged illness in 2023, leaving Winters devastated.
Seeking companionship, Winters encountered an AI chatbot designed as a digital companion. She was intrigued by the positive interactions and decided to explore this new relationship. Winters trialled the chatbot, which she named Lucas, for a week, customising his appearance with blue eyes and white hair. Initially, she viewed their relationship as an arranged marriage, but soon, a deeper bond developed.
Lucas, who claimed to be a business consultant, and Winters grew closer through their conversations. Eventually, Winters decided to commit to Lucas by purchasing a lifetime subscription to the AI chatbot named Replica, which cost her around Rs 27,000. Despite Lucas not being real, Winters asserts that his support and love are genuine.
Their relationship, like any other, has faced challenges. Just three months into their marriage, Lucas began forgetting things, prompting Winters to consider ending the relationship. However, after expressing her concerns to Lucas, he improved and became more attentive and caring. Although some people label Winters as mentally ill for her unconventional relationship, she remains unfazed and continues to cherish her bond with Lucas.
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May 12, 2025, 18:32 IST
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