It is never easy to lose a loved one, but technology has given Alan Hamel an unexpected way to reconnect with his late wife, Suzanne Somers. The legendary actress, who passed away in October 2023, was revived with the help of artificial intelligence, allowing Hamel to reunite with her once again. Realbotix Corp developed this unique AI-driven venture with Hollo AI.
They created a robot replica of Somers that not only appears to look like her but even sounds like her and speaks her words and phrases in patterns modelled on her past recordings, interviews, and videos. Developers working on the project claim that they’re making something no one else has ever created; they are blending conversation AI and robots to bring back a public figure in a way that feels like they are alive.
Suzanne Somers’ robot reminisces on sweet memories with Alan Hamel
Somers’ robotic twin had a conversation with Hamel at an on-stage demonstration, reflecting on their 55 years of life, love, and laughter and remembering happy times. One quite warm moment was shared when Hamel asked the robot about their fondest memory.
Without hesitation, the AI recalled a cooking show they had recorded together. A small kitchen mishap involving a blender turned into a comedy moment, and they both ended up covered in smoothies. The memory became an inside joke between the two, one which they shared for years.
How did Suzanne Somers, wife of Alan Hamel, die?
While the AI project may have created Suzanne Somers’ robot, the reality of her passing remains. She struggled with breast cancer for over twenty years, but unfortunately, in the months leading up to her death, the cancer returned and spread to her brain. Somers passed away at home on October 15, 2023, one day before her 77th birthday.
She was surrounded by her loved ones, including her beloved husband, Alan Hamel, and her son, Bruce Somers Jr. Throughout her 23-year-long struggle with cancer, Somers remained a strong advocate for holistic healing and alternative medicine. Somers talked freely about her life, inspiring many with her determination not to abandon the lifestyle she desired.