Deepfake Lab
1 February 01, 2026

MS NOW shared AI-manipulated Alex Pretti photo on TV, website and YouTube. Here's what we know

Evidence Level
2/5

How much verified proof exists for this claim

One strong evidence source: snopes

Mystery Factor
3/5

How intriguing or unexplained this claim is

The claim involves an active investigation with the use of AI-manipulated media, raising questions about the authenticity of the image and the network's knowledge, while multiple theories could explain how the image was used without detection.

An MS NOW spokesperson said the network used the image without knowing someone had digitally altered it.

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