In a discussion with DJ Vlad, actor Michael Jai White expressed strong skepticism about AI-generated content and its impact on audiences.
Discussing viral AI videos—like a virtual Tupac or fabricated clips of Martin Luther King Jr.—White warned that these creations risk eroding trust in media and could ultimately backfire. When Vlad asked about AI’s role in movies, White confirmed he doesn’t use AI in his projects, differentiating it from technology like LED backgrounds. He questioned AI’s ability to build genuine audiences or star power, insisting that human talent and personality remain irreplaceable. While Vlad noted some actors like Chris Tucker rose quickly, White argued that today’s fragmented streaming landscape prevents new stars from uniting audiences like before. Ultimately, White sees AI’s rise as a “train wreck” pushing society to appreciate reality again, urging people to disconnect and seek authentic experiences.