# AI Joke Theft Leaves Comedians Feeling Violated

> Comedians report AI tools are stealing their jokes and performances without credit.
- Title: AI Joke Theft Leaves Comedians Feeling Violated · Deadline
- Summary: Comedians report AI tools are stealing their jokes and performances without credit. Comedians say AI-generated stand-up clips copy their voices and…
- Keywords: ai joke theft, comedy, stand-up, joke copying, nate cuomo, olivia carter, entertainment, culture, Joke, Theft, Leaves, Comedians
- Source: Deadline — https://deadline.com/2026/10/comedians-ai-joke-theft-natalie-cuomo-olivia-carter-1237165762
- Author: Matt Grobar
- Published: 2026-10-16T18:56:03+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ai joke theft, comedy, stand-up, joke copying, nate cuomo, olivia carter, entertainment, culture
## Joke theft history
Joke theft has long been a comedy issue, with comics copying jokes on stage for years.
## Social media joke copying
Comics recently flagged influencers and brands for repurposing jokes without credit on social media.
## AI-generated joke theft
AI tools now copy comics' voices, mannerisms, and gestures to create stand-up clips that rack up millions of views.
## Key takeaway

Comedians say AI-generated stand-up clips copy their voices and mannerisms without permission.