A viral claim that former Green Bay Packers star Clay Matthews underwent cosmetic work has been called into question after readers flagged the images used in a TMZ post as AI-generated.
\n\nTMZ posted on X that Matthews was spotted “grabbing groceries looking VERY different” after “apparently getting some work done,” accompanied by images showing an alleged transformation.
\n\nHowever, the post was later hit with a community note stating that it used “AI-generated images falsely depicting Clay Matthews after cosmetic work.” The note added that “No credible sources report any such change.”
\n\nThe viral post sparked plenty of reactions from NFL fans, with one describing the change as an “absolutely shocking transformation.”
\n\n“Who let Clay Matthews go to Turkey,” one fan commented.
\n\nAnother joked, “Clayvicular Matthews,” while a third simply asked, “Is this real.”
\n\nOther commenters were even more direct in accusing TMZ of being misled.
\n\n“TMZ got DUPED!” one comment read. Another said, “TMZ got tricked by AI generated photos of Clay Matthews.”
\n\nOne commenter also mocked those who believed the images were genuine, writing: “Whoever thought this was actually Clay Matthews rode the short bus to school.”
\n\nThe original TMZ post also included “#ad,” prompting speculation that the post…
Original source: https://www.timesnownews.com/world
