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The year in AI and culture

By Chloe Veltman,

Daniel Estrin

Published December 28, 2025 at 8:05 AM EST

From the advent of AI actress Tilly Norwood to major music labels making deals with AI companies, 2025 has been a watershed year for AI and culture.

Chloe Veltman

Chloe Veltman is a correspondent on NPR's Culture Desk.

Daniel Estrin

Daniel Estrin is NPR's international correspondent in Jerusalem.