Elon Musk made controversial remarks about his transgender daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson. Musk claimed that his daughter’s identity reflects the “woke mind virus” and lamented, “I lost my son, essentially,” criticizing the concept of “deadnaming” and asserting that he was misled about consenting to puberty blockers for his “biological son.”
Vivian Jenna Wilson’s Response
Vivian Jenna Wilson, 20, responded to Musk’s comments via Threads, refuting his claims. She dismissed Musk’s statements about her being “slightly autistic” and his description of her childhood. Wilson accused her father of fabricating stories and seeking attention, stating that he was absent during her upbringing and has made up details about her past.
Name Change and Estrangement
Wilson, born Xavier Musk, changed her name to Vivian Jenna Wilson in 2022 at age 18, citing her gender identity and a desire to sever ties with her biological father. In her court petition, she expressed that she no longer wished to be associated with Musk in any capacity, highlighting a significant personal and familial rift.
Wilson’s Criticism of Musk
Wilson described her father as “uncaring and narcissistic,” recounting a road trip where Musk allegedly treated her harshly. She criticized his behavior as cruel and emphasized that their relationship had been non-existent for years. Wilson, now a college student, stressed her independence and desire to define her own life.
The ongoing public dispute underscores deep-seated familial tensions and differing views on transgender issues, with both parties publicly airing grievances and personal narratives.
