Senators' Tkachuk Denies Insulting Canadians in Fake White House Video

NHL star says doctored TikTok footage does not reflect his views or character

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk has denied making disparaging comments about Canadians in a doctored video posted by the White House. Tkachuk, who recently helped the U.S. defeat Canada in the gold medal game, says the video featuring his likeness is clearly fake and the words attributed to him would never come out of his mouth.

Why it matters

The incident has created an awkward situation for Tkachuk, who now must return to play for his NHL team in Canada's capital city of Ottawa after the controversial video went viral. The use of AI to create fake videos is a growing concern, as it can be used to spread misinformation and damage reputations.

The details

The White House posted a TikTok video that appeared to show Tkachuk making insulting comments about Canadians, including using profanity. However, Tkachuk says the video is clearly doctored, as the voice and lip movements do not match his own. He emphasized that he would never say such things, as they are completely out of character for him.

  • The video was posted by the White House on February 26, 2026.
  • Tkachuk addressed the video with reporters on February 27, 2026, ahead of the Senators' game against the Detroit Red Wings.

The players

Brady Tkachuk

An American professional ice hockey player who currently plays as a forward for the Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League (NHL).

White House

The official residence and workplace of the President of the United States.

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What they’re saying

“Well, it's clearly fake, because it's not my voice, not my lips moving. I'm not in control of any of those accounts. I know that those words would never come out of my mouth. So, I can't do anything about it.”

— Brady Tkachuk, NHL Player (ESPN)

“It's not my voice. It's not what I was saying. I would never say that. That's not who I am, so I guess I don't like that video because that would never come out of my mouth, and never had that thought.”

— Brady Tkachuk, NHL Player (ESPN)

What’s next

The White House has not yet responded to requests for comment on the doctored video.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the growing threat of AI-generated misinformation and the damage it can cause to individuals' reputations. As technology advances, it is crucial for the public to be vigilant and critical when consuming online content, and for authorities to address the issue of fake videos and hold those responsible accountable.