Suzanne Somers Lives On as AI Replica After Death
Suzanne Somers, the beloved star of “Three’s Company,” has returned in a unique form.
Nearly two years following her death in October 2023, an artificial intelligence likeness of the actress was recently unveiled, engaging in conversation with her husband, Alan Hamel, 88.
“Meeting you was like a breath of fresh air,” the AI entity expressed to Hamel in a public demonstration captured on video and reported by Us Weekly on Monday.
Digital Twin Created by Robotics Firm
According to reports, Hamel collaborated with Realbotix Corp, a robotics firm, to develop a “digital twin” of Somers. This AI-powered representation is said to access and recount details from Somers’ extensive career spanning over five decades, as well as her 46-year marriage to Hamel.
Collaboration Between Robotics and AI
Realbotix and Hollo.AI, a platform specializing in conversational AI, joined forces to imbue “human-like conversational AI into a Realbotix robot.” The Somers replica is being lauded as a pioneering venture merging robotics and artificial intelligence.
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AI Embodies Somers’ Likeness and Voice
The robot, designed with Somers’ signature blonde hairstyle, physical appearance, and distinct vocal patterns, interacted with Hamel using archived footage and recordings from the “American Graffiti” actress’s life of nearly 77 years.
Sharing Memories with Alan Hamel
“Alan Hamel was my wonderful husband of 55 years,” Somers’ “digital twin” stated during the public viewing in Dana Point, California, this month. “He’s my partner in all aspects of life and love, and we’ve shared countless beautiful memories.”
When prompted to recall a specific memory with Hamel, the Somers AI recounted an anecdote about a cooking segment they filmed together.
“One of my favorites is from long ago, when Alan and I were filming a cooking segment,” the replica responded.
“We had a minor incident with a blender,” it continued. “It didn’t go as planned, and we ended up covered in more smoothie than we made.”
“We laughed heartily, and it became an ongoing joke in our home,” the AI added. “Those light-hearted moments truly strengthened our bond.”
Somers’ Battle with Cancer and Legacy
Somers was initially diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2000. In July 2023, Hamel informed Page Six of her cancer’s recurrence. She died on October 15, 2023, one day shy of her 77th birthday.
“Suzanne Somers died peacefully at home in the early morning of October 15th. She bravely fought an aggressive form of breast cancer for over 23 years,” announced R. Couri Hay, the “Step by Step” actress’s publicist, at the time.
“Suzanne was surrounded by her devoted husband Alan, her son Bruce, and her immediate family,” they added.
Somers was memorialized on November 30, 2023, during a celebration of life event in Palm Springs, California.