In a groundbreaking collaboration, ElevenLabs has partnered with the estates of Judy Garland, James Dean, Burt Reynolds, and Sir Laurence Olivier to bring their legendary voices to life on the ElevenLabs Reader App. This exciting development marks a significant milestone in the company’s mission to make content accessible in any language and voice.
Bringing Legendary Voices to Life
Liza Minnelli, Judy Garland’s daughter and representative of the Garland Estate, expressed her enthusiasm about this collaboration: "It’s thrilling to see our mother’s voice available to millions. Through the innovative technology of ElevenLabs, our family believes this will attract new fans to Mama and excite those who already cherish her unparalleled legacy."
The addition of these iconic voices is a testament to the power of innovation in bringing beloved stories and characters to life in new and exciting ways.
Introducing the Reader App
ElevenLabs recently launched the Reader App, allowing users to listen to any digital text on-the-go with AI-generated voices. This app can transform articles, PDFs, ePubs, newsletters, e-books, or any other text on your phone into an emotionally rich, context-aware voiceover.
The Reader App is a game-changer for anyone who loves to read, but may struggle with the written word due to sight loss, learning disabilities, or simply preferring the immersive experience of listening. With ElevenLabs’ innovative technology, users can:
- Listen to any digital text on-the-go
- Transform articles, PDFs, ePubs, newsletters, and e-books into voiceovers
- Enjoy emotionally rich, context-aware narrations
These iconic voices are exclusively available for individual streaming within the app and are not included in the broader Voice Library for content creation.
Excitement from the Estates
The collaboration with these stars’ estates has generated significant enthusiasm. The heirs are eager to see their legacies continue and for fans to discover these icons in new ways.
- Users can now enjoy classics like "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" narrated by Judy Garland or Sherlock Holmes stories voiced by Sir Laurence Olivier
- This collaboration marks a significant milestone in ElevenLabs’ mission to make content accessible in any language and voice
Honoring the Legacy
Judy Garland, James Dean, Burt Reynolds, and Sir Laurence Olivier are among the most celebrated actors in history. We deeply respect their legacy and are honored to have their voices as part of our platform.
Dustin Blank, Head of Partnerships at ElevenLabs, stated: "Adding them to our growing list of narrators is a major step forward in our mission to make content accessible in any language and voice."
A New Era for Iconic Voices
Tina Xavie, Chief Marketing Officer of CMG Worldwide, the management firm for these iconic estates, stated: "Having represented iconic figures throughout history for decades, I am incredibly excited about our partnership with ElevenLabs. We appreciate their thoughtful approach and are excited about the new opportunities they are providing our clients."
This collaboration marks a significant milestone in accessibility, bringing beloved voices to life in new and exciting ways.
A Milestone in Accessibility
Enjoy listening with these iconic voices, and stay tuned for more great talent coming to the platform soon. With ElevenLabs’ innovative technology, users can:
- Access content in any language and voice
- Experience emotionally rich, context-aware narrations
- Discover new stories and characters in immersive audio
This announcement marks a significant milestone in ElevenLabs’ mission to make content accessible in any language and voice. With the addition of these iconic voices, users can now enjoy classics like "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" narrated by Judy Garland or Sherlock Holmes stories voiced by Sir Laurence Olivier.
Conclusion
The collaboration between ElevenLabs and the estates of Judy Garland, James Dean, Burt Reynolds, and Sir Laurence Olivier is a testament to the power of innovation in bringing beloved stories and characters to life in new and exciting ways. This milestone marks a significant step forward in making content accessible in any language and voice.
As users can now enjoy classics like "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" narrated by Judy Garland or Sherlock Holmes stories voiced by Sir Laurence Olivier, it is clear that this collaboration will bring joy and excitement to fans around the world.
With ElevenLabs’ innovative technology, users can:
- Access content in any language and voice
- Experience emotionally rich, context-aware narrations
- Discover new stories and characters in immersive audio
This announcement marks a significant milestone in accessibility, bringing beloved voices to life in new and exciting ways. Stay tuned for more great talent coming to the platform soon!
