Scarlett Johansson has joined more than 700 artists, writers, and creators in a new anti-AI campaign calling out tech companies accused of exploiting copyrighted work without permission.
Scarlett Johansson, Cate Blanchett and more become part of anti-AI campaign
A new coalition of Hollywood’s biggest names is taking a stand against the unauthorized use of creative work by artificial intelligence companies. Spearheaded by Scarlett Johansson, Cate Blanchett, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, the campaign unites over 700 artists, writers, and creators in a fight to protect copyright and authorship in the digital age.
The anti-AI campaign centers on a clear message: “Stealing our work is not innovation. It’s not progress. It’s theft – plain and simple.” This sentiment echoes through a formal statement backed by the celebrity signatories, who argue that the unchecked scraping of creative content threatens the entire U.S. creative sector. This ecosystem, which spans film, music, publishing, and more, “supports millions of jobs, fuels economic growth and projects cultural power globally.”
The campaign directly challenges major technology firms, stating, “Rather than respect and protect this valuable asset, some of the biggest tech companies – many backed by private equity and other funders — are using American creators’ work to build AI platforms without regard for copyright law.”
Instead of this alleged theft, the group advocates for ethical content partnerships and licensing deals, proving that AI development and creator rights can coexist. “It is possible to have it all,” their statement asserts.
Scarlett Johansson’s involvement follows years of outspoken resistance to AI misuse of her likeness and voice. In February 2024, she condemned a viral video that featured an AI-generated version of herself appearing alongside other celebrities to protest Kanye West’s antisemitic posts.
Cate Blanchett and Joseph Gordon-Levitt in 2025 were among roughly 400 Hollywood creatives who signed an open letter to the Trump White House’s Office of Science and Technology Policy, urging the administration not to weaken copyright protections under pressure from AI companies (via Variety).
