Elon Musk has welcomed his thirteenth child, according to author Ashley St. Clair, who revealed the news in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on February 14. St. Clair, 30, disclosed that she and Musk, 53, became parents five months ago, but she had kept this information private to protect their child’s safety and privacy.
In her post, St. Clair stated, “Five months ago, I welcomed a new baby into the world. Elon Musk is the father. I have not previously disclosed this to protect our child’s privacy and safety, but in recent days it has become clear that tabloid media intends to do so, regardless of the harm it will cause.” She invoked the Latin phrase “Alea Iacta Est,” meaning “The die is cast,” as part of her announcement and expressed her hope for their child to grow up in a normal and safe environment, urging the media to respect their privacy.
Ashley St. Clair is an author known for her children’s book, “Elephants Are Not Birds,” which promotes conservative values and was published in partnership with BRAVE Books. Her advocacy for conservative ideologies aligns with her commitment to instill moral integrity in children through literature.
Elon Musk’s family continues to grow, as he now has thirteen children, including those from previous relationships. His journey into fatherhood began in 2002 with the birth of his first son, Nevada, who sadly passed away shortly after birth. Musk has since had multiple children with his ex-wife Justine Wilson, long-time partner Grimes, and Shivon Zilis, an executive at Neuralink.
This recent addition to Musk’s family highlights the complexities of modern parenting, especially in the context of celebrity status. As St. Clair calls for privacy around their child, it underscores an important conversation about the balance between public interest and personal privacy in the lives of public figures.
The announcement is a reminder of the changing dynamics of family and the responsibilities that come with it. Both Musk and St. Clair’s remarks reflect a desire for their child to have a peaceful upbringing despite the public’s intrigue.
This development will likely continue to garner attention, but the emphasis on privacy is a hopeful step toward respecting the personal lives of those in the public eye, allowing children to grow without unnecessary scrutiny.