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Actress Paolla Oliveira targeted by AI-generated deepfake pornography
Actress Paolla Oliveira reported being targeted by deepfake pornography created with artificial intelligence, including fake nude images and videos with manipulated audio. A study by NetLab at UFRJ identified 198 fraudulent advertisements using her image in three months, directing users to private messaging groups where deepfakes were sold; the problem also affects anonymous women and teenagers.
2 August 2026 · Paolla Oliveira · Harmful and abusive content
Paolla Oliveira reported in an interview with Fantástico (Globo) that she has been a recurring target of AI-generated deepfakes, including fake photos she never took, videos with audio of statements she never made, and synthetic sexual content using her face.
According to the actress, the popularization of AI tools has made this type of fraud simpler and more accessible, widening the dissemination of false content on social media and messaging platforms.
Reported impact
A NetLab study identified 198 fraudulent advertisements using Oliveira's image in three months, with most directing users to private messaging groups where pornographic deepfakes of her were commercialized.
The issue affects not only the actress but also anonymous women and teenagers who have had sexual content montages produced and shared without their consent.