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A Playful Moment at the White House
Elon Musk, the 53-year-old tech billionaire, brought some unexpected levity to the White House on Tuesday during a serious meeting with President Donald Trump. The occasion was the signing of an executive order aimed at reducing the federal workforce, and Musk, who heads the Department of Government Efficiency, was among those present. However, the most memorable part of the meeting was not the policy discussion but the presence of Musk’s 4-year-old son, X AE A-XII, known affectionately as X.
A Stylish Duo in the Oval Office
Musk, known for his casual dress sense, opted for a black blazer over a T-shirt, while his son X looked dapper in black trousers, a sweater, and a camel coat. Despite the formal setting, X’s playful demeanor added a touch of irreverence. The toddler was photographed making funny faces, flopping on the ground, and even climbing on his father’s shoulders. The group, including President Trump, seemed to be in high spirits, laughing and chatting about X’s antics.
X’s Presidential Debut: Not the First Time
This wasn’t the first time X had met the head of state. Musk had previously brought his son to President Trump’s New Year’s Eve party at Mar-a-Lago, where he was photographed dancing with X on his shoulders. While Musk, the father of 12 children, rarely steps out with his kids, his appearances with X have captured public attention. This visibility highlights the personal side of the often intensely focused and driven tech mogul.
A Family Tied to Two Worlds
Musk has a large and diverse family. With his first wife, Justine Wilson, he has six children: Nevada (who tragically passed away), twins Griffin and Vivian, and triplet sons Kai, Saxon, and Damian. Musk and Wilson were married in January 2000 but separated after eight years. In 2018, he began a relationship with singer Grimes, whose real name is Claire Elise Boucher. They welcomed X in 2020, and despite their on-again, off-again relationship, they had two more children: daughter Exa Dark Sideræl Musk, affectionately called Y, and son Techno Mechanicus, known as Tau. However, their relationship has become contentious, with Grimes recently denouncing Musk after his controversial appearance at Trump’s inauguration.
A Custody Battle and New Beginnings
Musk and Grimes are currently engaged in a custody battle over their children, with Grimes claiming she did not see one of her children for five months. This has added a layer of complexity to their already tumultuous relationship. Meanwhile, Musk has also welcomed 2-year-old twins, Strider and Azure, and a 1-year-old child, whose name and sex have not been disclosed, with Shivon Zilis. The status of his relationship with Zilis, who is the director of Neuralink, remains uncertain.
Balancing Public and Personal Life
Elon Musk’s appearance at the White House with his son X AE A-XII offers a rare glimpse into his personal life, providing a humanizing contrast to his public persona as a visionary tech mogul. Despite the serious nature of the meeting, the playful and affectionate moments with his son serve as a reminder that even the most powerful figures in the world have moments of genuine vulnerability and joy. As Musk continues to navigate his multifaceted roles as a father, entrepreneur, and public figure, these moments of levity provide a welcome respite from the high-stakes world he inhabits.
