ELON MUSK SAYS IT OUT LOUD: “WEALTHY MEN HAVE THE RIGHT TO HAVE MULTIPLE WIVES — AND MANY CHILDREN.”

The Billionaire’s Bold Statement Sparks Global Controversy

Elon Musk has never been afraid of controversy — but his latest remarks have ignited one of the biggest public debates of the year. In a leaked private conversation, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO openly stated that wealthy and successful men should be allowed to have multiple partners and father many children, arguing that such a lifestyle is not only reasonable but beneficial for humanity’s future.

The comment exploded across social media, partly because Musk himself is now the father of at least 14 children with four different women — author Justine Musk, musician Grimes, Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis, and influencer-writer Ashley St. Clair (whose paternity dispute is still ongoing). Musk insists his family life is not chaotic but a deliberate choice rooted in a philosophy he has repeated for years:
“The world needs more smart and capable people.”

A Controversial Worldview: Wealth, Legacy, and a Population Crisis

Musk has long expressed concern about global population decline, calling falling birth rates “the biggest danger to civilization.” But this time, he went even further. According to individuals present during the leaked conversation, Musk stated:

“If a man has wealth, intelligence, and the ability to provide, why shouldn’t he build a large family? Humanity has survived this long because of it.”

His statement echoes the legacy-driven family structures of historical ruling dynasties, where wealth and influence were often tied to large multi-generational households. Musk — who oversees companies employing more than 150,000 people — believes that modern society should not criticize men with large families, but view them as contributors to “the future gene pool.”

Supporters argue that Musk’s logic aligns with evolutionary theory. Critics, however, accuse him of promoting elitism disguised as science.

Four Mothers, One Philosophy: Musk’s Expanding Family

The billionaire’s unconventional family structure mirrors the ideology he now expresses openly. His children span across four households:

• With Justine Musk: six children, including twins and triplets through IVF

• With Grimes: three children with futuristic names such as X Æ A-Xii and Techno Mechanicus

• With Shivon Zilis (Neuralink): twins born in 2021 and additional children revealed later

• With Ashley St. Clair: one child claimed, pending court verification

Musk has repeatedly said he wants to have “as many children as he can responsibly support,” emphasizing that wealth removes many of the barriers ordinary families face.

Backlash Erupts — But Musk Doesn’t Back Down

The reaction online was immediate and intense. Some accused Musk of promoting inequality, calling his view a blueprint for a “class-based reproductive system.” Others accused him of hypocrisy.

Musk’s response? Pure Musk.

He posted a short message that went viral instantly:

“Rich or poor, have kids. But if you can support many, then you should.”

Analysts say Musk is reframing the modern conversation about family — shifting from defense to defiance, using his lifestyle as a “model for reversing population collapse.”

A Future Where the Wealthy Lead Population Growth?

Whether praised or criticized, Musk’s statement has forced a larger question onto the global stage:

Is having many children a personal choice, a moral responsibility, or a privilege reserved for the wealthy?

For now, Elon Musk appears to have made his own decision — choosing a life where innovation, legacy, and reproduction are intertwined. To him, an ever-expanding family is not an accessory to his empire, but a central pillar of the future he believes he is building for humanity.