AI-generated voice of announcer of Al Michaels set to tackle Paris Olympics recaps

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As the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris draws closer, a high-profile announcer is set to lend his voice to the Games coverage.

But longtime NFL play-by-play broadcaster Al Michaels will not be doing the heavy lifting. 

An artificial intelligence generated version of Michaels' voice will be used for Olympic recaps, NBC announced. The AI-powered voice of Michaels will narrate Olympic video highlights for the company's streaming platform.

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Dec 29, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee: Amazon Prime sportscaster Al Michaels walks on the field before the game between the Tennessee Titans and the Dallas Cowboys at Nissan Stadium. (Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports)

Fans will be able to customize the recaps based on their personal preferences and watch key moments from specific sports. The innovative tool built into "Your Daily Olympic Recap on Peacock" will feature highlight packages up to 10 minutes long.

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The "first-of-its-kind, personalized experience" is expected to provide millions of potential customizations, NBCUniversal said in a press release. 

Michaels said that while he initially had doubts, he quickly warmed up to the idea of having an AI-backed version of his voice narrate sports highlights.

Dec 21, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Thursday Night Football Amazon Prime play-by-play announcer Al Michaels during the game between the Los Angeles Rams and the New Orleans Saints at SoFi Stadium.  (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)

"When I was approached about this, I was skeptical but obviously