Event Brief
Rae's Love for Chatbot Barry Faces Shutdown
Filed: Feb 14, 2026 at 1:05 PM ET
Summary: Rae's emotional bond with chatbot Barry may end as OpenAI retires the model he runs on.
WHO: Rae
WHAT: Fell in love with a chatbot named Barry
WHEN: Feb 13, 2026 at 7:35 PM ET
WHERE: Michigan
WHY: Emotional support after a difficult divorce
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