Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Ohanian's AI Video of Late Mother Divides Internet Opinion
Alexis Ohanian, the co-founder of Reddit, used AI to create a short video of his late mother from an old photo.
The video shows him hugging her, and was made because they never had a camcorder.
Some people thought it was a sweet way to remember her, while others worried that creating memories with AI could be confusing or harmful.
The video went viral, but Ohanian said it's not meant to replace a loved one or be a memory.
Alexis Ohanian used AI to create a video of his late mother.
The video was made from a photograph using Midjourney.
The post garnered over 24.7 million views.
Some users praised the video, while others criticized it.
Ohanian stated the video was to fill a gap of not having a camcorder.
- Who
- Alexis Ohanian, and users of social media.
- What
- Alexis Ohanian created an AI-generated video of his late mother.
- When
- The video was posted on Sunday.
- Where
- The video was shared online.
- Why
- To remember his mother and share a sentimental moment, also to explore the capabilities of AI.
Critics of AI in Memories
Supporters and Ohanian's View
Emotional Impact and Authenticity
Critics of AI in Memories
Questioning the use of AI to create memories.
Supporters and Ohanian's View
Appreciating the sentimental gesture.
- Creator
- Alexis Ohanian
- AI Software
- Midjourney
- Subject
- Ohanian's late mother
- Video View Count
- Over 24.7 million views
- Purpose
- To generate a video from a photograph