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Deepfake Falsely Shows Galilea Montijo Announcing Leticia Calderón’s Death

The episode highlights how quickly AI‑generated videos can gain credibility on social platforms.

Overview

  • Galilea Montijo denied on air in Televisa’s HOY that she announced Leticia Calderón’s death, calling the viral clip an AI‑manipulated deepfake.
  • Leticia Calderón confirmed on Instagram that she is alive, writing “vivita y coleando,” which quelled the rumor among fans.
  • HOY’s production said Calderón contacted the program to confirm she was fine, after the clip alarmed family and friends who sought to verify the report.
  • Reports noted visible editing flaws in the video, including desynchronized lip movements and irregular facial expressions, yet it spread rapidly on TikTok and X.
  • Coverage underscores expert warnings about the growing accessibility of deepfakes and urges verification, with no identified creator or reported platform takedowns.