TommyInnit promises to quit making AI content and deletes controversial YouTube video after fan backlash

TommyInnit, one of YouTube’s most energetic creators, is stepping away from AI content for good. After dropping a 30-minute video where he played around with generative AI, fans weren’t having it, and neither was he, apparently. Following heavy criticism and rising concerns about his book’s artwork, Tommy has now deleted the video, apologized, and said he won’t be making AI content in the future.On June 15, TommyInnit dropped a video titled “Asking AI About Me.” It was meant to be a fun, silly interaction with generative AI, classic chaotic Tommy style. But fans didn’t find it so harmless.The main issue? Viewers felt it pushed AI tech without acknowledging the baggage, especially the environmental impact of energy-hungry models and their potential to replace human creativity. That didn't sit well with his community.Ironically, Tommy had already hinted at discomfort in the video description:This wasn’t Tommy’s first brush with AI controversy. A month earlier, Reddit users speculated that AI might’ve been used in TommyInnit’s Guide To Survival. The book’s illustrator, Amrit Birdi, reportedly listed an “AI Lab” on his site, which led to people assuming AI tools were involved in the art process.While there’s no official confirmation that AI was actually used in the book, the timing couldn’t have been worse.On June 25, Tommy took to X (formerly Twitter) to issue a public apology:His post was clear; he’s done with AI, period.While many fans appreciated Tommy’s accountability, others, especially fellow creators, weren’t as kind. Streamer Tectone accused him of “virtue signaling,” sarcastically suggesting that if Tommy’s really concerned about the environment, he should stop using the internet altogether. YouTuber Donut Operator chimed in too, saying, “Really? Dude, c’mon.” So yeah, the creator community is very divided.Tommy’s not the only one getting heat over AI. Earlier this month, MrBeast faced backlash for launching an AI-powered thumbnail tool. The creator world is clearly in the middle of an AI identity crisis, and fans aren’t afraid to call it out. For now, TommyInnit’s keeping it real: no more AI, no more noise, just vibes.