Michael Jackson performs stand-up while Bruce Lee DJs — Sora 2 allows generating videos with celebrities who have already passed away
Most public neural networks will not allow you to create deepfakes with famous people. But Sora 2 has an interesting, albeit somewhat ambiguous loophole. A video published on the YouTube channel Corridor Crew demonstrates how famous personalities who have already passed away not only “came back to life” in new videos but also took on new professions. In demonstration videos published by OpenAI, you can see, for example, Bruce Lee performing as a DJ, while Michael Jackson showcases stand-up in the kitchen. These clips have sparked mixed reactions: some are fascinated by the possibilities of the technology, while others express concerns about the ethical issues of using the images of deceased celebrities.
Alright, I think that's enough Sora 2 for me. @OpenAI and @sama are absolutely unhinged for this (but it's amazing.) ? pic.twitter.com/9bi5uLtaNC
— fAIkout (@fAIkout) October 2, 2025
Sora 2 is capable of generating high-quality videos based on text descriptions, opening up new prospects for the film industry, advertising, and entertainment. However, critics note that such use may violate image rights and cause discomfort for the relatives of celebrities. OpenAI claims to be working on ethical principles for the use of the technology, but no specific restrictions have been announced yet. Although the videos are satirical in nature, they raise questions about the limits of what is permissible in generative content.
The creators of the video claim that their goal is to explore the potential of new technologies rather than to offend or exploit. They also note that they did not use the actual voices of the celebrities, but only their visual images.
Opinions are divided — some consider this a creative experiment, while others see it as a troubling signal about a future where digital copies of people can be used without control.
