Mia Goth Calls Out Instagram Over AI Impersonation
Mia Goth's representatives are asking Instagram to remove a verified fan account that used AI-generated images of her. Goth does not use social media, and the account reportedly posted fake content about her divorce from Shia LaBeouf while attracting hundreds of thousands of interactions. Her team says multiple complaints have gone unanswered.
Mia Goth filed to end her marriage to Shia LaBeouf last week after a decade together. Although she has no social media presence, a verified Instagram account using a variation of her name shared AI-made images, including one depicting her listening to Beyoncé in a shirt referencing her ex as a fan.
The posts drew hundreds of thousands of interactions and prompted coverage by outlets such as OK! and People. Goth’s representative Christine Tripicchio said her team sent Instagram several complaints asking for removal, but received no response. The account reportedly benefited from Meta’s paid verification system.
This episode may deepen public uncertainty about whether verified accounts truly confirm identity. Fans seeking updates about Goth could be misled by synthetic images, while celebrities who avoid social media may find their likeness harder to control. Platforms could face more pressure to improve impersonation reporting and verification, though the outcome remains uncertain. The broader public may become more skeptical of celebrity content, especially when AI-generated posts attract widespread engagement.