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AI-generated video showing performers transformed into actual animals
America’s Got Talent (AGT) is a popular American television talent show created by Simon Cowell. Recently, there has been a viral video being spread on social media platforms depicting two performers transforming themselves into actual animals. The video has been reacted with mixed comments and shared by the users. However, after running a Google Reverse […]
America’s Got Talent (AGT) is a popular American television talent show created by Simon Cowell. Recently, there has been a viral video being spread on social media platforms depicting two performers transforming themselves into actual animals. The video has been reacted with mixed comments and shared by the users. However, after running a Google Reverse Image Search, we have found the above videos are generated by AI.
This is about our investigation of this claim.
Social Media Claim
One of the TikTok users recently posted a video showing two performers becoming real animals by just putting on animal’s masks on their heads. The video itself has received 2.4 million likes with 27.6 thousand comments.
Such videos have been circulated several times, with mixed reactions and expressions from TikTok users.
The following video was captured from the above TikTok user that shows two of them becoming real Zebras.
https://vt.tiktok.com/ZS2YafXq1
Similarly, the above video was also found and posted on TikTok recently, with multiple reactions and shares by the users. It shows the performer becoming a real dog right after they put on a dog’s mask.
https://vt.tiktok.com/ZS2Ymxy4e
The above video has also been seen and published by other Facebook users, which has led many other users to question whether this news is real.
The following is another video published by a Facebook user who showed the same thing.
Such videos have also been posted and found on YouTube recently with the title that says “How this is possible”.
Given the video’s extensive dissemination and the considerable attention it has received from the internet community, we believed it was necessary to perform a fact-check on the above subject.
Fact Check
Fact Crescendo monitors and verifies these videos through the Google Reverse Image Search process, which leads us to find the truth as follows:
An exact full video has been found and published by America’s Got Talent on July 17, 2024. The show was performed by Ryu Taro and Yuya Gomi, together known as “Schumacher,” by masking themselves as Husky and Zebra.
With the full-length audition show of 8 minutes, there was not any scene whereby they both have become or appeared as the actual Zebra or Dog.
The following video is captured from the America’s Got Talent Facebook page that says “Schumacher Receives A GOLDEN BUZZER From Sofia Vergara! | Auditions | AGT 2024.”
Another full original audition video was also published on its official YouTube channel on July 17, 2024. It was performed by Japanese comedy duo Schumacher and later received a Golden Buzzer from Sofía Vergara for their audition.
Their show has rocked the judges and audiences with their funny gestures. They later received a Golden Buzzer hit by Sofia Vergara.
The following full video of 8:05 mins does not show the above two Japanese performers becoming real animals in any scene of their audition at all.
Sofia Vergara had a memorable Golden Buzzer moment on “America’s Got Talent”. During an episode, she pressed the Golden Buzzer for a unique act that involved animals, specifically featuring a performance by a man named Schumacher and his talented animal companions. This act impressed Vergara deeply, leading her to give the act the ultimate endorsement of the Golden Buzzer, which guarantees the performer a spot in the live shows.
Vergara’s reaction highlighted her emotional connection to the performance and her appreciation for the creative integration of animals in entertainment. This moment added to the excitement of the season and showcased Vergara’s enthusiasm for supporting standout talent on the show.
NBC News Report | Archived Link
On “America’s Got Talent” (AGT), the Golden Buzzer is a special feature that allows judges and the host to send a contestant directly to the live shows, bypassing the rest of the competition. When a judge or the host hits the Golden Buzzer, it signifies that they believe the act is exceptional and deserves an immediate spot in the next stage of the competition.
Here’s how it typically works:
- Golden Buzzer Press: Each judge (including guest judges) and the host have one opportunity per season to use the Golden Buzzer. When they press it, confetti showers the stage, and the act is instantly moved forward to the live shows.
- Significance: The Golden Buzzer is a significant endorsement and often indicates that the act made an extraordinary impression on the person who pressed it. It’s a way to highlight exceptional talent or a particularly touching performance.
- Impact on the Contestant: Acts that receive the Golden Buzzer skip ahead to the live shows, where they compete for the public vote and a chance to win the grand prize. It can significantly boost their visibility and chances in the competition.
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Conclusion
Fact Crescendo found that the above video posted on social media has been altered. The original audition video was aired on TV performed by “Schumacher” as part of America’s Got Talent without showing they became real animals at all.
Title:AI-generated video showing performers transformed into actual animals
Fact Check By: Fact Crescendo TeamResult: Altered
