In recent developments, Shivon Zilis has expressed her gratitude for her four children with Elon Musk, following the unexpected termination of their relationship. The tech executive took to social media platform X on 2 October to share her sentiments and provide insight into their situation.
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Zilis, who shares twins Strider and Azure, born in 2021, along with daughter Arcadia, born in 2024, and son Seldon, born in early 2025, revealed the emotional complexities of her breakup with the Tesla and SpaceX CEO. In her heartfelt message, she acknowledged the “loss” accompanying the end of their relationship, yet emphasised her deep appreciation for their children. “I am so beyond grateful for our children; they make every single day the best day of my life!” she stated, highlighting the joy her children bring despite the challenging circumstances.
In her post, Zilis noted her hope for a positive coparenting relationship with Musk, indicating her desire that they could remain friends moving forward. This sentiment reflects a commitment to ensure that their children receive the support and love they need, even amid personal differences.
Elon Musk is known for having a large family, with a total of 14 children from various relationships. His first son, Nevada Alexander, was born in 2002 with his first wife, Justine Wilson, although he tragically passed away at just ten weeks old. Musk and Wilson later had five more children together: twins Vivian and Griffin, aged 22, and triplets Kai, Saxon, and Damian, aged 20. Additionally, he shares three children with musician Grimes: sons X Æ A-12 and Techno Mechanicus, alongside their daughter Exa Dark Sideræl. Furthermore, in September 2024, he welcomed a son named Romulus with Ashley St. Clair.
Zilis and Musk’s romantic relationship took a notable turn when Musk acted as her sperm donor, resulting in the birth of their twins. However, their relationship appeared to have come to a sudden halt recently, with Zilis describing the emotional turmoil of transitioning from being in love to experiencing a breakup within a week. “It’s hard to go from in love to let go in a week with no warning, but that’s just how it is sometimes,” she wrote, depicting the challenging rollercoaster of their connection.
Details revealed by former partners and recent documentaries shed light on Musk’s complicated relationships with the mothers of his children. In Alex Gibney’s upcoming documentary titled “Musk”, which is set to be released on 16 October, Wilson referred to Musk’s comments regarding the mothers of his children, describing them using the term “breeders.” This phrase has prompted significant discussion about Musk’s perspective towards his family life and the dynamics of his relationships.
Rumours surrounding Musk’s views on family continue to surface, with a recent report suggesting that he perceives his children as a “legion”. This term, historically associated with the Roman army, raises eyebrows regarding Musk’s approach to parenting. Allegedly, he discussed the need for surrogates to expand his family further, underlining his unconventional approach to fatherhood.
Furthermore, Musk has reportedly sought to utilise social media to find potential women to have children with, raising questions about his intentions and social behaviour. His tweet responding to the Wall Street Journal’s coverage of this information, stating “TMZ >> WSJ,” suggests a dismissive attitude towards the report, but it also indicates a readiness to engage in public discourse regarding his personal choices.
As Zilis copes with the aftermath of her breakup, her primary focus remains on their shared children. The emotional and practical implications of their split pose challenges, yet both Zilis and Musk will likely continue to navigate their parenting responsibilities together. Zilis’s message serves as a reminder of the complexities of modern relationships, especially within the high-profile context that both she and Musk inhabit. The future of their relationship, both as partners and coparents, remains uncertain, but the well-being of their children appears to be at the forefront of their priorities.