Elon Musk’s Kids FINALLY Reveals What They Think About Their Dad | HO

When it comes to the personal lives of billionaires, few figures inspire as much curiosity as Elon Musk. Known for his revolutionary work at Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink, Musk is hailed by fans as a modern-day Tony Stark.

Yet, despite his public persona as a tech genius and global innovator, Musk remains notably private about one thing—his role as a father. With ten children from multiple relationships, many wonder how Musk balances his responsibilities as a dad with his career as one of the most powerful men in the world.

Now, we’re beginning to get a clearer picture of how Musk’s children perceive him—and it’s far more grounded than many might expect.

A Glimpse Into Musk’s Family Life

Musk is the father of six sons from his first marriage to Justine Musk: twins Griffin and Xavier (now known as Jenna after transitioning), and triplets Kai, Saxon, and Damian. These children are now in their mid to late teens.

He also has other children with singer Grimes, including X Æ A-12 (nicknamed “X”) and others born via surrogate. However, in this exploration, the focus remains largely on the first five sons, who are now old enough to reflect on life with a billionaire father.

Back in 2014, during an interview at the Export-Import Bank Conference in Washington, D.C., Musk shared that his young sons weren’t particularly interested in his work. At the time, the twins were ten and the triplets were seven.

Musk recalled taking them to the Tesla factory, hoping to impress them with the cutting-edge technology—but their reaction was muted. “They’d already seen the factory 20 times,” Musk said, laughing. Instead, the boys preferred playing video games with him rather than touring production lines or rocket testing sites.

Billionaire, Yes. Cool Dad? Not Quite.

Despite his immense success and global recognition, Musk confessed that earning “cool dad” status in his household was one of his greatest challenges. “They think I’m just boring old dad,” he admitted, showing a level of humility rare among the ultra-wealthy. And while the world may see him as a visionary, to his kids, he’s just the guy who nags them about video games and homework.

But a lot has changed since 2014. As the boys have grown older, they’ve likely gained a new appreciation for the scope and impact of their father’s work. Musk’s intense schedule—often working up to 22 hours a day and sleeping on the floor of his factories—makes traditional fatherhood difficult.

Yet, he still carves out time to spend with his sons, sometimes flying them to his Tesla or SpaceX facilities or taking them along on global business trips. On a trip to China, for instance, Musk brought his sons with him to explore the Great Wall and ride the bullet train from Beijing to Xi’an to visit the Terracotta Army.

Luxuries with Limits

Musk’s children have certainly enjoyed experiences that most can only dream of. They’ve traveled extensively, attended high-profile events like the Monaco Grand Prix, and met royalty—all before adulthood. But despite their lavish upbringing, Musk makes an effort to instill values of discipline, humility, and curiosity in his sons.

A notable example is Musk’s “reading over gaming” rule. He insists his sons read twice as many books as the number of video games they play. He’s also picky about the types of games they’re allowed to play. Once, upon finding them addicted to a simple game where players endlessly tap a cookie, Musk ordered it deleted. He replaced it with a game that required players to calculate bird flight trajectories, reasoning that “at least there’s some physics involved.”

A Mission to Avoid Entitlement

What motivates Musk’s deep involvement in his children’s upbringing? Some believe it’s a response to his own troubled childhood in South Africa. In interviews, Musk has described his father, Errol Musk, as abusive and manipulative. He recounted a particularly traumatic experience in a 2017 Rolling Stone interview, labeling his father as “a terrible human being.”

Elon’s memories of being bullied at school, including a violent incident that left him with a broken nose requiring surgery later in life, contrast starkly with the sheltered and luxurious life of his children. Musk has acknowledged that he worries about this difference—concerned that the absence of hardship might leave his children lacking the grit that shaped his own resilience.

That’s part of the reason why he created Ad Astra, a private school for his kids and a select few others. Now reportedly operating as Astra Nova, the school focuses on experimental, hands-on learning rather than traditional education. By shaping their education and keeping them away from conventional environments, Musk hopes to raise children who can think independently, challenge norms, and stay grounded despite their wealth.

Shielded from the Spotlight

Interestingly, despite their famous father, Musk’s children have largely stayed out of the public eye. They have minimal social media presence, no known controversies, and haven’t made headlines for any wild behavior. In today’s celebrity-driven culture, that level of discretion is unusual—and likely intentional. Musk seems to believe in protecting his children’s privacy until they can decide for themselves how to engage with the world.

The exception is Musk’s relationship with his now-trans daughter, Jenna (formerly Xavier), who legally changed her name and gender in 2022 and has reportedly severed ties with her father. Musk has publicly blamed “neo-Marxist” influence from elite schools for their estrangement, a reflection of the complicated and evolving dynamics within the family.

So, What Do Elon Musk’s Kids Really Think?

While none of Musk’s sons have gone on record giving a full interview about their father, their behavior—and Musk’s own comments—suggest a relationship built on love, structure, and mutual respect. They aren’t starstruck by his fame, nor do they seem burdened by his massive reputation. They appear to see him not as a tech god or a media icon, but as what he always wanted to be: just Dad.

Sure, Musk may not always win the title of “cool dad,” and his work schedule might not allow for weekly soccer games or PTA meetings. But from exotic trips to physics-themed gaming rules, it’s clear that Musk tries—harder than most—to connect with his children in meaningful ways.

As Musk continues to build toward a multi-planetary future, he seems just as committed to building something closer to home: strong, smart, grounded children who might one day shape the world as profoundly as he has.