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Hanks ended the post with a firm message of caution to his followers, saying, \"DO NOT BE FOOLED. DO NOT BE SWINDLED. DO NOT LOSE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY.\"

A representative for Hanks told \"Good Morning America\" the actor had no additional comment on the matter.

This isn't the first time the \"Toy Story\" actor has spoken out against AI-generated ads using his likeness to promote products.

In October 2023, he warned his followers about an ad for a dental plan using an aged-down version of him, saying, \"I have nothing to do with it.\"

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