Alexa’s Celebrity Voices , Are Being Discontinued.<br />The voices of Samuel L. Jackson, Shaq and Melissa McCarthy can no longer be purchased for Amazon's Alexa, The Verge reports.<br />The voices of Samuel L. Jackson, Shaq and Melissa McCarthy can no longer be purchased for Amazon's Alexa, The Verge reports.<br />The voices of Samuel L. Jackson, Shaq and Melissa McCarthy can no longer be purchased for Amazon's Alexa, The Verge reports.<br />And even if you purchased a <br />celebrity voice before now, they will <br />no longer be supported on Alexa devices. .<br />After three years, we’re winding down celebrity voices, Eric Sveum, Amazon spokesperson, via statement.<br />Customers will be able <br />to continue using these voices for a limited time, and can contact our customer service team for a refund, Eric Sveum, Amazon spokesperson, via statement.<br />Jackson's voice was first offered in 2019.<br />Shaq and McCarthy's voices <br />were introduced in 2021.<br />Shaq and McCarthy's voices <br />were introduced in 2021.<br />It's not clear why Amazon is getting <br />rid of the celebrity voices.<br />However, a report from Insider claims Amazon intends to rework Alexa as ChatGPT gains popularity. .<br />However, a report from Insider claims Amazon intends to rework Alexa as ChatGPT gains popularity. .<br />Jackson's voice will remain available <br />through June 7, while McCarthy and <br />Shaq's voices will work until Sept. 30.<br />Jackson's voice will remain available <br />through June 7, while McCarthy and <br />Shaq's voices will work until Sept. 30.<br />Jackson's voice will remain available <br />through June 7, while McCarthy and <br />Shaq's voices will work until Sept. 30
