OpenAI CEO Altman, Family Deny Sister’s Sexual Abuse In Lawsuit

The CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, and his family have strongly denied allegations of childhood sexual abuse made by his sister, Annie Altman, in a lawsuit filed on Monday. The allegations, which span incidents from 1997 to 2006, have been described as “entirely untrue” by Sam and his family.

In a public statement co-signed by Sam’s mother and two brothers, the Altman family expressed concern for Annie’s mental health, acknowledging the challenges of caring for a family member facing mental health issues. The family also emphasized their ongoing support for Annie, including covering her expenses and providing her with monthly financial support.

However, they stated that the lawsuit and the claims made in it were deeply hurtful and urged the public to understand the evolving nature of Annie’s accusations. They also expressed their worry about the escalating tensions within the family.

Annie, who is nine years younger than Sam, has alleged that the abuse began when she was three years old and continued until she was 12. These claims surfaced following a 2023 New York Magazine report on Annie’s struggles with depression, her growing estrangement from the family, and her involvement in online sex work to support herself.

Sam Altman, 39, is a prominent figure in Silicon Valley and gained global recognition as the CEO of OpenAI, especially following the success of ChatGPT in 2022. Despite the family’s ongoing support for Annie, they maintain that her claims are false and are a continuation of tensions within their family dynamic.