LeBron James isn't thrilled about deepfake videos of him, and his legal team is taking action
Cease-and-desist letter
In a recent Instagram reel, Stacks revealed that James's legal team had issued him a cease-and-desist letter in lieu of the deepfake content being created using his platform. 'This is a letter from one of the biggest NBA players of all time. Two months ago, I launched the YouTube of AI video. It was a fun idea to help creators make some more money. But then people started noticing … Like this guy, yeah, LeBron James. And he wasn't happy, because I got this cease-and-desist from his team,' says Stacks.
"I'm so f**ked 😭,' he wrote in the caption.
This is in reference to multiple deepfake videos created by online users, including one where James is pregnant with Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry's baby.
Former teammate speaks in support
James's former teammate Richard Jefferson spoke up in support of the player's attempt to remove content potentially harmful to his image during a recent appearance on the Road Trippin' podcast. We see the value in name, image, and likeness,' he claimed. 'This is one of the issues with AI. All of a sudden, videos depicting whatever you want. They're saying whatever you want. Think for all human beings, what people are doing isn't a positive thing.
Kendrick Perkins, Jefferson's co-host, also spoke up on the matter. 'If it is true that LeBron and his team are sending out those cease and desists and stopping that s***, I'm all for it,' he said. 'You have one name. Protect that m*********** name!'
This is one of many efforts of James's legal team to take charge of his online narrative and address issues concerning the illicit use of famous personalities. It also points out the dangers of the unregulated use of such technology.
By Stuti Gupta
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Hindu
26 minutes ago
- The Hindu
Barcelona honours Kobe Bryant with new jersey bearing brand logo
Spanish football club Barcelona is paying tribute to NBA legend Kobe Bryant with its second uniform launched Tuesday. The five-time European champion said its new jersey will replace the usual Nike swoosh logo 'with the 'Kobe Sheath' — the sword in the sheath logo that identifies the Kobe Bryant brand.' Barcelona said the club had a special relationship with Bryant, who died in a helicopter crash in Southern California in 2020. He made appearances alongside club members and first-team players during his visits to Barcelona and when the club visited the United States. Better is the only choice. FC Barcelona's purest expression of footballing perfection meets the constant growth mindset of Mamba Mentality.#NikeFootball@nike@ — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) July 29, 2025 'The shorts are black with Persian violet details and a textured snakeskin outline, a reference to the Black Mamba alter ego of Kobe,' Barcelona said. The change, made in collaboration with Nike, will last three seasons. 'All in all, it is part of a brand collaboration between the NBA legend and FC Barcelona that is born out of a shared culture of sporting excellence that characterised Bryant and is also part of FC Barcelona's DNA,' the club said. 'This agreement aims to keep alive that notion of brotherhood and at the same time create a link between Kobe fans and FC Barcelona to make the global impact of the American's legacy even greater amongst the sporting community and fans.' Related Topics Barcelona / Kobe Bryant
Hindustan Times
26 minutes ago
- Hindustan Times
Cristiano Ronaldo hits billion dollar net worth but far from richest footballer; unexpected name takes the top spot
Portuguese superstar footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has officially reached billionaire status, another mark in the book of the athlete many consider to be the most famous in the world. Following his fresh extension with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, Ronaldo's bumper mega-contract – which extends beyond just a salaried wage and bonuses — has him rubbing shoulders with giants of the sports business landscape. Cristiano Ronaldo is set to be the highest paid athlete in the world after a new record-breaking contract with Al Nassr.(REUTERS) While Ronaldo surpassed one billion dollars in career earnings all the way back in 2020, he has established himself with a net worth of 1 billion US dollars, as per This follows a career glittering with incredible endorsement deals to boost his status as one of the highest-paid football players in the world, including a blockbuster lifetime deal with Nike. Already the man with the most followers on social media platform Instagram, Ronaldo's extension at Al Nassr promises him an absolutely staggering USD 700 million dollar contract across two years, which breaks his own record of the highest per-annum contract in sports history. Within the contract is included a whopping 48 million dollar signing bonus, and also a 15% ownership stake in the Al Nassr club, who are at the forefront of Saudi football's cash-laden push to establish themselves closer to the top of global football. Ronaldo's equity in the team he represents provides a financial underline on his status as the face of the Saudi football project ahead of their hosting of the FIFA World Cup in 2034. Why Ronaldo isn't the richest professional footballer in the world Ronaldo beats his great rival Lionel Messi to the mark, with the Argentinian estimated to hold an 850 million dollar net worth in the wake of his own mega-deal at Inter Miami in Major League Soccer. Ronaldo has also outdone the earnings of the Inter Miami owner and the man considered to be the trailblazer of football endorsement deals, David Beckham, whose net worth across his career and post-career business is estimated to be in the 600 million dollar range. However, Ronaldo still falls short of Faiq Bolkiah, widely considered the professional footballer with the highest net worth, given he is the nephew of the Sultan of Brunei, one of the richest men in the world. Bolkiah captains the Brunei national team and represents Ratchaburi in the Thai first division as a professional footballer, and is valued at 20 billion US dollars thanks to his uber-rich family.
News18
an hour ago
- News18
Rasha Thadani Serves Sexy Airport Look In Pink Crop Top And Cargo Jeans
Last Updated: Rasha Thadani, daughter of Raveena Tandon, was seen at Mumbai airport in a bubblegum pink crop top, rugged denim cargo jeans, a blush-pink handbag, and black bangles. Rasha Thadani is serving and how! The star kid, who's fast becoming a Gen Z fashion icon, was snapped at the Mumbai airport today and she looked absolutely sexy, stylish, and super fit. Raveena Tandon's daughter was basically everything we love in a good airport spotting moment. Rocking a bubblegum pink spaghetti crop top that showed off her toned abs and sunkissed glow, Rasha proved she's got the it-girl style game locked down. She paired the top with rugged denim cargo jeans, slightly slouched and patched for that cool streetwear edge. The cargo pants, with their big pockets and laid-back vibe, perfectly balanced the flirty pink top. Rasha carried a soft blush-pink handbag which was totally on-theme with the rest of her pink Barbiecore aesthetic. On her wrist, she stacked up black bangles for an edgy desi-meets-90s twist. She wore her long tresses in two cute braided pigtails, with soft flicks framing her face, a nostalgic Y2K nod. Her makeup was minimal and glowing: a natural base, glossy pink lips, and a flush of blush that matched her top. Topping it all off were those rose-tinted sunglasses. Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@ Rasha Thadani, daughter of Raveena Tandon and Anil Thadani, is slowly stepping into the world of showbiz. She took her first step into Bollywood with the period drama Azaad, released on January 17, 2025, directed by Abhishek Kapoor and starring Ajay Devgn. In the film, she played Janaki Bahadur, a strong-willed landlord's daughter, in a story set during India's struggle for independence. Despite a modest box office haul of about Rs 1.5 crore on opening day and critical response calling the film slow-paced, Rasha's presence stood out. Critics noted she had a screen presence despite needing to work on her emotional scenes. Even though Azaad didn't perform well at theaters, a clip of Rasha delivering a heartfelt dialogue went viral online, with fans dubbing her the next 'princess voice." Set in pre-Independence India, Azaad tells the story of a skilled horse rider (played by Ajay Devgn) who flees from the merciless English army. But her life turns upside down when his horse gets lost, forcing him to embark on a risky search with the assistance of a young man. Looking ahead, she is gearing up for her second venture, Laikey Laikaa. Rasha will share the screen space with Abhay Verma, best known for his role in Munjya. The upcoming action film, slated for a 2026 theatrical release, will reportedly feature the new-age actors in lead roles. First Published: July 30, 2025, 10:36 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
