Washington, March 11 -- Singer Celine Dion has issued a stern warning to fans about unauthorized AI-generated music circulating online under her name.

In a statement obtained by E! News, Dion's team condemned the creation and distribution of "fake" music that uses her likeness and musical performances without permission.

"It has come to our attention that unsanctioned, AI-generated music purporting to contain Celine Dion's musical performances, and name and likeness, is currently circulating online and across various Digital Service Providers," the statement obtained by E! News read.

"Please be advised that these recordings are fake and not approved and are not songs from her official discography," the statement added.

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