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Gene Wilder

American actor (1933–2016)

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  • Jun 30

    Netflix's Willy Wonka reality show recreates Gene Wilder's voice with AI, sparking nostalgia and unease

    Wonka's The Golden Ticket, premiering September 23, will use an ElevenLabs AI voice clone of the late actor, approved by his estate. The 12-contestant game show recreates the 1971 film's factory for a competition that has already drawn sharp criticism.

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