Instagram/Zach Braff & Max Silvestr TV Zach Braff denies viral rumor he's dating an AI chatbot. The story originated from a podcast discussing an unnamed "well-known actor. March 17, 2026 AceShowbiz - Zach Braff has publicly addressed and denied a spreading rumor claiming he is romantically involved with an AI chatbot. The speculation gained traction following a post by the celebrity gossip Instagram account DeuxMoi, which shared a clip from the podcast I Need You Guys, hosted by Max Silvestri, Jenny Slate, and Gabe Liedman, featuring guest Kumail Nanjiani.