Amazon will no longer use Amitabh Bachchan’s voice as the company has confirmed the discontinuation of the celebrity voices feature for Alexa.
Customers will no longer be able to buy or access the voices of well-known actors including Amitabh Bachchan, Samuel L. Jackson, Melissa McCarthy, and American former professional basketball player Shaquille O’Neal.
In a note on the product pages for the available celebrity voices, Amazon indicates that they are no longer available for purchase.
“After three years, we’re winding down celebrity voices. Customers will be able to continue using these voices for a limited time, and can contact our customer service team for a refund,” The Verge reported while quoting a spokesperson for Amazon.
A note on Jackson’s page states: “Samuel L. Jackson’s Alexa voice is no longer available for purchase. Customers who previously purchased the experience may continue to use the skill until April 2023 by saying ‘Hey Samuel.’” Despite this, Sveum tells The Verge that users will be able to hear Jackson’s voice through June 7th. Amazon posted similar messages on the pages for McCarthy and Shaq’s voices but says it will continue to support them until September 30th of this year.
A note on Amitabh Bachchan’s page reads, ”This skill is no longer available for purchase. Customers who previously purchased this experience will continue to have access for one year from the date of purchase.”
