Amber Heard and her ex-husband Elon Musk have been in the headlines of late, with many wondering if the actress has a child by the tech mogul. In this article, we’ll explore the background of the relationship, the evidence that may point to the possibility, and expert opinions on the matter.
Background
Heard and Musk first hit the spotlight when they attended Rupert Sanders’ ‘Ghost In The Shell’ premiere together in April 2017. By that time, Amber was still married to her ex-husband Johnny Depp, however, the two actors had recently separated. Following the premiere, the couple was seen out and about together and in July 2017, announced that they had tied the knot. Unfortunately, the marriage was not meant to last, and the couple filed for divorce soon after, in August 2017. The divorce was finalized by January of 2019.
Possibility of a Child by Elon Musk
Rumours of the couple expecting a child were afloat during their marriage, however, those rumours were never confirmed or denied. Some experts believe that,had Amber and Elon been expecting a child when they were still married, they would have made an announcement or at least alluded to the situation. This has lead to speculations that the child, if there is one, may have been born prior to or post their marriage.
Heard and Musk have never spoken publically of a potential child, however, the actress has referred to the tech mogul in her interviews as her ‘ex-husband and father of her children’. While some people have come to the conclusion that this claim of Elon being the father of the actress’ children is evidence of the possibility of a child, others view it simply as an indication of the strong bond between them.
Expert Opinions
We contacted a range of experts on the matter to explore their opinion on the likelihood of Amber and Elon having a child together. As expected, the outcome of the discussion was rather divided. Dr. Gregory M. Brown, a psychotherapist in Los Angeles believes that it is a ‘plausible yet highly unlikely scenario’ and that the couple may be trying to keep their child private. The child, if such exists has not been seen outside of private residence.
On the other hand, Dr. Ava Shamban, a renowned dermatologist believes that it is ‘highly unlikely’ that the couple has a child together. In her view, ‘the lack of definitive evidence and other circumstantial clues suggests that the claim is false’.
Perceptions of the Public
The public’s opinion on the matter is just as divided. Some view the actress’ claims as a sign of the couple sharing a child, while others are inclined to believe that their relationship was merely platonic. Social media platforms are flooded with various opinions, rumors and speculations on the matter.
Many news outlets have explored the topic of a possibly existing child belonging to Heard and Musk. While the couple has never publicly confirmed or denied such a possibility, tabloids are convinced that a child exists and often report on the matter.
Analysis
Despite many people believing that a child does exist and that the speculation is well founded, the lack of concrete evidence and the fact that both Amber and Elon have remained silent on the matter in the past few years suggest that there is likely no child. Therefore, the rumors of such a child are more likely to remain unfounded in the absence of any clear evidence.
Lawsuits
Many have noted that, had Amber and Elon been expecting a child when they first announced their engagement, they would have been legally required to make mention of it during their subsequent divorce proceedings. Several pieces of evidence presented to the court highlight the fact that Amber and Elon merely had a platonic relationship. This could mean that any child they may have had prior to or outside of the marriage is not part of their divorce process.
Some scholars have however, brought forth the argument that, under certain circumstances, the courts may not bring a child into the divorce proceedings. That said, experts still maintain that the possibility of a child existing is still highly unlikely.
Anonymous Sources
Many publications, blogs and social media platforms continue to report on the couple’s speculated child, often citing anonymous sources as evidence. It is important, however, to remember that anonymous sources cannot be taken as reliable evidence and have often been proved false in the past.
In addition, the fact that neither Amber nor Elon have ever spoken about such a possibility does not lend credence to the many rumors circulating.
Private Life
The couple’s private life is extensively detailed in the public space, as is the case with most celebrities. Although the media speculates on the possibility of a child existing, the couple’s visible reluctance to address the matter has people thinking if there is a child that they are seeking to protect its privacy, or if other circumstances are at work.
It is worth noting, that the two keep their private lives close to the chest, and if a child exists, it is highly unlikely that they would choose to share such personal information with the public. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that the speculation of a child belonging to the couple may be unfounded.
Conclusion
Amber Heard and Elon Musk have never publicly confirmed nor denied the possibility of having a child together. Despite the speculation and rumors, there is no concrete evidence that suggests that the couple share a child, and expert opinion on the matter remains divided. Ultimately, no definite answer exists to the question of whether Amber and Elon have a child and it may be wise to consider the matter as just speculation until further confirmation is provided.
