Elon Musk Silent as Influencer Claims She Had His 13th Child
Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has yet to respond to claims made by conservative influencer Ashley St. Clair that he is the father of her child. St. Clair, a prominent right-wing activist and author, made the announcement on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Friday night, stating that she gave birth five months ago and that Musk is the father.
The Allegations
St. Clair, who has over 1.1 million followers on X, revealed that she had kept the paternity private to protect her child but decided to go public after learning that tabloid media outlets were planning to report on the story. In her post, she described Musk as the father of her child but did not provide further details or evidence to support her claim.
Musk, known for his frequent and often controversial posts on X, has not directly addressed the allegations. However, he did respond with a laughing emoji to a user who joked that “make another baby” was one of Musk’s many “side quests,” alongside his ventures in technology and space exploration.
Who Is Ashley St. Clair?
Ashley St. Clair, 31, is a conservative activist and author best known for her children’s book, Elephants Are Not Birds, which challenges progressive views on gender identity. Published by BRAVE Books, a faith-based conservative publisher, the book has been described as an “unapologetic rebuke” of transgender acceptance. St. Clair is a prominent figure in right-wing circles and has received public congratulations from other conservative personalities, including Candace Owens and former Congressman Matt Gaetz, following her announcement.
Musk’s Expanding Family
If St. Clair’s claims are true, this would mark Musk’s 13th child and the fourth woman he has had children with. Musk’s family includes six children with his first wife, Justine Wilson, three with musician Grimes, and three with Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis. Musk has been vocal about his belief in the importance of increasing the global population, frequently tweeting about the dangers of declining birth rates. However, his personal life has often been the subject of public scrutiny, with his relationships and parenting choices making headlines.
A History of Controversy
Musk’s family life has not been without its challenges. His relationship with his transgender daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, has been strained, with Vivian publicly criticizing Musk for his views on gender identity. Musk has also faced allegations of inappropriate behavior, including a report that he asked a SpaceX employee to “have his babies,” which she disclosed during exit negotiations.
Public Reaction
The latest allegations have sparked widespread discussion on social media, with many questioning the validity of St. Clair’s claims and others criticizing Musk for his silence. While some have dismissed the story as a publicity stunt, others have called for Musk to address the situation directly.
What’s Next?
As of now, Musk has not issued any official statement regarding St. Clair’s claims. Forbes has reached out to Musk for comment, but no response has been provided. Whether or not Musk chooses to address the allegations, the story has added another layer of intrigue to the already complex narrative surrounding his personal life.
