OpenAI’s chief, Sam Altman, has rebuffed claims of sexual assault made by his sister, dismissing them as “entirely baseless.”
The lawsuit, filed by Annie Altman, accuses her elder sibling of sexual abuse spanning over nine years during the late 90s and early 2000s. These allegations reinforce her earlier social media posts aired in 2021.
The family’s response, expressed through mother Connie and brothers Max and Jack, contradicts these accusations. They declare that the allegations are untrue and highlight Annie’s ongoing mental health struggles, having supported her financially through difficult periods.
However, they claim Annie demands more finance despite their assistance and has made false accusations against the family. They attribute these new legal actions to this financial ambition, prompting them to respond publicly.
In a statement, the family points to several other false allegations Annie has made, including claiming that family members have tampered with their late father’s 401k, interfered with her internet and engaged in “shadowbanning” her on various platforms.
Annie’s accusations of sexual abuse are the most severe in this string of allegations. The lawsuit now includes accusations of incidents that allegedly happened after Sam turned 18.
Sam analyzed Annie’s motives for the lawsuit during a late-night post, hinting that the hefty punitive damages she is seeking form part of her objective.
The sibling bond between Sam and Annie has been frayed for years, as a 2023 magazine feature detailed. Sam, a frequent commentator on his entrepreneurial brothers, seldom discusses his sister publicly. He has previously rejected her podcast promotional request and has unsuccessfully attempted to provide financial assistance, including a house offer.
Concerns surrounding Annie’s mental health have been echoed in various profiles and discussions about her erratic personal life. These issues appear to have escalated following the death of their father, Jerry, in 2018.
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