Technology • Jun 23, 2025

Reddit co-founder uses AI to recreate memory with late mother

Reddit's Alexis Ohanian is trending after sharing an AI-animated childhood photo with his late mom, Anke, on X (formerly Twitter).
The post, which has racked up over seven million views, has people talking about how AI can help us remember loved ones.

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Ohanian used Midjourney AI to bring an old photo to life

Ohanian explained he had no videos of his mom, who passed away in 2008 from brain cancer, so he used Midjourney AI to bring an old photo to life.
While many found the tribute touching and a creative way to honor memories, others raised concerns about whether using AI like this could blur the line between real and artificial memories.
The conversation highlights both the emotional power and ethical questions around using tech for personal moments.