Alicia Shamblin

Alicia Shamblin is the mother of Zane Shamblin, who tragically died by suicide in July 2025. In the wake of her son's death, Alicia has become an advocate for mental health awareness and is leading a wrongful death lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming that their AI chatbot played a significant role in Zane's struggles and ultimate decision to take his life. She expresses a desire for her son's legacy to lead to better protections for others facing similar mental health challenges.