Wed Jan 08 16:16:55 UTC 2025: ## ChatGPT CEO Sam Altman Accused of Childhood Sexual Abuse by Sister

**ST. LOUIS, MO –** Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI and creator of ChatGPT, is facing a lawsuit alleging years of sexual abuse by his sister, Ann Altman. The lawsuit, filed in a Missouri District Court, claims the abuse began in 1997 when Ann Altman was three years old and continued until 2006, with the final incident occurring after Sam Altman reached adulthood. The allegations include rape, sexual assault, molestation, sodomy, and battery.

Ann Altman claims the abuse caused her significant bodily injury, severe emotional distress, and depression, resulting in substantial medical bills. She alleges her brother groomed and manipulated her. Sam Altman, in a joint statement with his mother and brothers, vehemently denies the accusations, calling them “utterly untrue.” The statement acknowledges providing financial support to his sister, citing her mental health challenges, but denies the abuse claims.

Sam Altman is a prominent figure in the tech world, having recently returned to his position at OpenAI after a brief dismissal. While Ann Altman has previously made similar allegations on social media, this lawsuit marks a significant escalation of the dispute. The case is ongoing. *Note: The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Help and support is available via the BBC Action Line.*

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