In a dramatic new twist to Elon Musk’s already-public personal life, the mother of his latest child has come forward with claims that the tech billionaire is “ghosting” her following her recent announcement about their newborn. The influencer, Ashley St. Clair, 26, publicly revealed her five-month-old baby’s paternity via social media platform X (formerly Twitter) but alleges that Musk has since ignored her attempts to communicate.
St. Clair, a conservative figure and influencer, took to X in mid-February 2025 to share the news of her baby’s birth, confirming that Musk is the father of the child. However, what followed was not the expected response of support or acknowledgment from the world-famous entrepreneur. Instead, St. Clair asserts that Musk has refused to acknowledge his role as the father, stating that he has been “ghosting” her ever since she made the announcement. She expressed frustration, revealing that she had tried reaching out to Musk multiple times without any response.
In a series of emotional posts, St. Clair wrote about the struggles of raising a child alone, explaining that she has had to manage every aspect of her baby’s care without Musk’s involvement. “I’ve been handling everything on my own—doctor’s appointments, feedings, and all the responsibilities of parenthood,” she said. She also noted that Musk had not even made an effort to meet the baby, despite her repeated attempts to contact him.
The claim has sent shockwaves through social media, drawing attention to Musk’s behavior as a father and raising questions about his ability to manage his relationships with his numerous children. This latest revelation adds to the already complex narrative of Musk’s personal life, especially considering his high-profile relationships with other women, including his ex-wife Talulah Riley and Grimes, with whom he shares multiple children.
Interestingly, Musk has remained silent about the claims. Instead, he has focused his social media activity on business matters, tech innovations, and political commentary. In fact, Musk’s activity on X recently included reposting a controversial statement from Milo Yiannopoulos, a former Breitbart editor known for his provocative views. The post, which included claims about Musk’s political and financial achievements, was interpreted by St. Clair as a sign that Musk was more interested in public image and his digital persona than in taking responsibility for his personal life.
For St. Clair, this disregard for their child is a bitter pill to swallow. She explained in one of her posts that Musk’s public actions, including his online rants, have made her feel like an afterthought. “He has all the time in the world to post online and entertain his followers, but when it comes to being a father, he’s nowhere to be found,” she said.
This public fallout has also brought to light the challenges many women face when navigating relationships with high-profile individuals, particularly those who are as busy and elusive as Musk. St. Clair’s statements highlight a stark imbalance in their interaction, with the billionaire apparently unwilling to fulfill even the most basic parental duties, leaving St. Clair to shoulder the full weight of child-rearing.
While this is the first time St. Clair has publicly spoken out about her struggles, it is not the first time Musk has been accused of failing to live up to his responsibilities as a father. Over the years, Musk has been open about his difficult relationships and his numerous children, but his latest debacle with St. Clair shines a light on his private life in a way that may force him to address the issue head-on.
As of now, the public remains in the dark about whether Musk will respond to St. Clair’s allegations or whether the controversy will die down. What is clear, however, is that his image as a dedicated father is being seriously questioned, and his ability to balance his personal and professional lives remains a topic of heated discussion. For now, all eyes are on Musk, awaiting his next move in this increasingly dramatic family saga.
