Trending Now - AI Firm Revives Stan Lee's Voice and Image for New Projects
WHO:
Deadline - Stan Lee's estate, ElevenLabs, Stan Lee Universe, Genius Brands International, POW! Entertainment
Variety - Stan Lee, Marvel Comics, ElevenLabs
WHAT:
Deadline - Stan Lee's cloned voice will narrate future projects under the deal with Stan Lee Universe.
Variety - The AI audio company will allow creators to use Stan Lee's voice and likeness in various projects.
Deadline - ElevenLabs will resurrect Stan Lee's voice and likeness through artificial intelligence.
Deadline - ElevenLabs is valued at $11 billion.
Variety - ElevenLabs has struck an expansive deal to license Stan Lee's voice and likeness.
WHEN:
Deadline - Stan Lee died in 2018 at the age of 95.
Variety - The deal was announced on Wednesday.
WHY:
Coming Soon - The project is described as controversial, indicating potential debates surrounding the use of AI in resurrecting iconic figures.
Deadline - The estate of Stan Lee is embracing artificial intelligence technology for new projects.
HOW:
Variety - The AI audio company will use technology to add Stan Lee's voice to future projects.
(UPDATED May 27, 2026 21:34 UTC)
Stan Lee's cloned voice will soon narrate future projects under a new deal with Stan Lee Universe, allowing creators to use his voice and likeness in various works. This initiative has sparked controversy, as it raises questions about the implications of using AI to resurrect iconic figures. As the project unfolds, it is expected to ignite debates surrounding the ethics of artificial intelligence in creative industries.
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(UPDATED May 27, 2026 18:02 UTC)
ElevenLabs has announced an expansive deal to license the voice and likeness of Stan Lee, allowing the AI audio company to resurrect his iconic presence for future projects. Valued at $11 billion, ElevenLabs is working with Stan Lee's estate, which is embracing artificial intelligence technology to bring new life to the legendary Marvel Comics creator. This groundbreaking collaboration was revealed on Wednesday, marking a significant step in the intersection of technology and entertainment.