Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur behind Tesla and SpaceX, is not only known for revolutionizing technology but also for his growing family. Over the years, Musk has welcomed multiple children with different partners, including Justine Wilson, Grimes, Shivon Zilis, and Ashley St. Clair.
While Musk’s personal life often remains private, his ever-expanding family tree has fascinated the public. From his early years as a father to his most recent additions, let’s take a closer look at his children and their mothers.
Elon Musk’s First Family with Justine Wilson
Before Musk became a household name in the tech industry, he was married to Canadian author Justine Wilson. The couple tied the knot in 2000 and had six children together.
The Loss of Their First Child
In 2002, Musk and Wilson welcomed their first child, Nevada Alexander Musk. Tragically, Nevada passed away at just 10 weeks old due to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The devastating loss deeply affected Musk and Wilson, who later turned to in vitro fertilization (IVF) to grow their family.
Twins and Triplets: The Musk-Wilson Siblings
The couple went on to have twins, Vivian Jenna Wilson and Griffin Musk, in 2004. Two years later, they welcomed triplets Kai, Saxon, and Damian Musk, born in 2006.
However, Musk and Wilson’s marriage ended in 2008. Wilson has spoken publicly about their split, while Musk has remained relatively private about their co-parenting relationship.
Video: Meet Elon Musk’s 12 Children & Their Mothers (2024)
Vivian’s Name Change and Estrangement from Musk
In April 2022, Vivian, who is transgender, filed a legal request to change her name and gender, choosing to adopt her mother’s last name, Wilson. She publicly stated, “I no longer live with or wish to be related to my biological father in any way, shape, or form.” A judge granted her request in June 2022, and since then, Musk has not publicly commented on the matter.
Musk’s Relationship with Grimes and Their Two Children
After his split from Wilson, Musk moved on with high-profile relationships, including actress Talulah Riley and later singer Grimes (Claire Boucher).
The Birth of X AE A-XII
In 2020, Grimes announced her pregnancy via social media, and in May of that year, she gave birth to X AE A-XII Musk. The child’s name sparked widespread confusion due to its unusual spelling, leading Musk to clarify that it’s pronounced “X Ash A Twelve.”
At the time of his birth, Musk shared a simple update: “Mom and baby all good.”
Exa Dark Sideræl Musk Joins the Family
Despite their breakup in September 2021, Musk and Grimes quietly welcomed a second child via surrogate in December 2021. They named their daughter Exa Dark Sideræl Musk, often referred to as “Y.”
In an interview, Grimes described Exa as a “colicky” baby but expressed her love for both of her children.
Children with Shivon Zilis: Expanding the Family in Secret
While the world was focused on Musk’s relationship with Grimes, it later emerged that he had secretly fathered twins with Shivon Zilis, a Neuralink executive.
Strider and Azure: Musk’s Hidden Twins
Court documents obtained in July 2022 revealed that Musk and Zilis had welcomed twins named Strider and Azure in November 2021—just weeks before Exa was born.
Neither Musk nor Zilis commented on the news at the time, keeping their co-parenting arrangement private.
More Babies with Shivon Zilis
In June 2024, reports surfaced that Zilis and Musk had quietly welcomed another child, later confirmed to be Arcadia Musk. Just months later, in February 2025, the duo announced the birth of their youngest son, Seldon Musk.
The exact birthdates of Arcadia and Seldon remain unknown, but their arrivals solidified Musk’s continued expansion of his family.
Musk’s Child with Ashley St. Clair: A Shocking Revelation
On February 14, 2025, conservative commentator and author Ashley St. Clair made a stunning announcement—she and Musk had secretly welcomed a child together five months earlier.
Video: Meet Elon Musk’s 13 Children & Their Mothers (2025)
Ashley St. Clair’s Statement
St. Clair took to social media to confirm the news, saying:
“Five months ago, I welcomed a new baby into the world. Elon Musk is the father.”
She explained that she had remained silent to protect their child’s privacy but was now speaking out because tabloid media had begun investigating.
St. Clair emphasized her commitment to keeping their child’s upbringing “normal and safe,” requesting that the media respect their privacy.
Musk has not publicly addressed the birth of this child, but a representative for St. Clair confirmed that the two are “privately working towards” a parenting agreement.
Musk’s Approach to Parenting: A Hands-On but Private Father
Despite his busy schedule running multiple companies, Musk has described himself as a dedicated father.
He has previously stated that he tries to be actively involved in his children’s lives, especially when they’re young. However, his demanding career often keeps him from being a traditional stay-at-home parent.
While Musk keeps much of his family life private, he occasionally shares glimpses of his fatherhood, such as:
- Taking his triplets and son Griffin to meet Pope Francis in July 2022.
- Appearing in a Father’s Day tribute by his mother, Maye Musk, in 2020, featuring a rare photo with his twins.
Conclusion: Elon Musk’s Ever-Growing Family Tree
Elon Musk’s family has grown significantly over the years, with children from multiple relationships, including Justine Wilson, Grimes, Shivon Zilis, and Ashley St. Clair. While some of his relationships have ended, Musk continues to embrace fatherhood in his unique way.
With at least 12 known children, Musk’s family tree continues to expand. Whether he will have more children remains uncertain, but one thing is clear—his personal life will always be a topic of public interest.
