OpenAI CEO Sam Altman accused of sexual abuse by family member

independent.co.uk
April 4, 2026
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Summary
Annie Altman has filed an amended complaint in federal court against her brother, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, alleging sexual abuse. A U.S. District Judge previously dismissed her initial lawsuit due to expired claims but allowed her to refile under Missouri's Childhood Sexual Abuse statute.
Key Takeaways
- Annie Altman has filed an amended complaint in federal court against her brother, Sam Altman, alleging sexual abuse that occurred between 1997 and 2006.
- A U.S. District Judge previously dismissed her initial lawsuit due to expired claims but allowed her to refile under Missouri's Childhood Sexual Abuse statute.
- Sam Altman has described the lawsuit as extortion and the Altman family has stated that Annie faces mental health challenges.
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