Background information
The relationship of tech billionaire Elon Musk and actress Amber Heard had been one of the most talked-about celebrity romances in recent years. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and Space X and founder of the Boring Company, and Amber Heard, the Hollywood star of “Aquaman” and “Justice League” films, began their tumultuous relationship in 2016, but ended it just two years later. Many have wondered since then whether Elon Musk still loves Amber Heard.
Data and perspectives from experts
According to many experts, it is difficult to gauge whether or not Elon Musk still loves Amber Heard, as both parties have remained silent on the issue. The only insight experts have is based on their past relationship and subsequent public behavior.
“From an outsider’s perspective, it would appear that Elon Musk did indeed have deep feelings for Amber Heard,” states Dr. Paul Abler, a relationship psychologist. “His behavior during their relationship suggests that it was a passionate and genuine connection.”
Dr. Abler further elaborates, “Given the short timeline of their relationship, it makes sense that Elon Musk would still love Amber Heard, especially since legally they are still married even though they’re not together.”
The two celebrities married in a private ceremony in 2015, having met the prior year. Despite filing for divorce in 2018, the two were not legally divorced until two years later due to complications.
Insights and analysis
Elon Musk and Amber Heard initially kept their relationship very under wraps, tending to not be photographed together and not speaking publicly about it. However, during the same year they filed for divorce, Elon Musk and Amber Heard made their first public appearance together as a couple.
To many, this was a clear indicator of lasting affection. This is further supported by the fact that the two actually had to file for divorce twice due to lack of paperwork, which ends up being a rather drawn-out and long-winded legal process.
This suggests that perhaps Elon Musk and Amber Heard still had an emotional bond. Whether this bond is strong enough for Elon Musk to still love Amber Heard is impossible to ascertain without insight from the two directly, however.
Analysis of past behavior
The pair attended the 2018 Met Gala together, arriving stylishly clad and arm-in-arm. Elon Musk opted for a custom Thom Browne suit, while Amber Heard wore a designer traditional Chinese dress. Many were in agreement that the two looked completely in sync with one another and smiled while posing for photos.
The two were also seen alongside each other at Elon Musk’s Boring Company laser light show event shortly after. Elon Musk and Amber Heard appeared relaxed and comfortable being in each other’s presence, leading many to believe that the pair still may have feelings for one another.
The behavior displayed by both Elon Musk and Amber Heard suggests that there may indeed still be an emotional connection between the couple. However, it is impossible to know for sure unless and until one or both of them speak about it publicly.
Exploring the effects of the media
Aside from seeing Elon Musk and Amber Heard together on the red carpet, fans of the couple could also often spot them together in the media. Numerous reports suggested that the couple was living together in Los Angeles housing, with one article specifically mentioning a man resembling Elon Musk delivering food to Amber Heard’s home on more than one occasion.
Fans noticed and commented on every public display of affection, wondering if this could be a sign of affection between the two. Despite the media coverage, however, neither Elon Musk nor Amber Heard responded publicly to any of these reports. As such, it remains uncertain whether they truly still love each other.
Scientific studies of love
Studies suggest that love takes time to get over, with one study from Stony Brook University finding that people generally take one-third the length of their relationships to get over them. This seemingly suggests that, if the connection between Elon Musk and Amber Heard was genuine, it would still take some time for both parties to get over it.
However, this does not necessarily mean that Elon Musk still loves Amber Heard. On the contrary, individuals have been known to maintain emotional and even physical connections with their exes when living apart, with one study from Arizona State University suggesting that many people are still infatuated or in love with their exes after they break up.
Comparisons with other relationships
It is therefore possible that Elon Musk has moved on and is no longer in love with Amber Heard. This would align with the tech billionaire’s other behavior, as he has been seen with a variety of female companions in the aftermath of his break-up with Amber Heard.
Most recently, Elon Musk was seen with the musician Grimes, with whom he has had a rather public relationship. Meanwhile, Amber Heard has moved on as well, being seen with the artist Andy Sahr at both public and private events.
Views from each person
It is impossible to tell for sure what the real status of Elon Musk’s feelings for Amber Heard is. Without hearing from either of them, it is impossible to make any speculation as to what their current feelings are.
The only way to know for certain if Elon Musk still loves Amber Heard is if either person speaks publicly on the subject or if they are seen together again in a romantic sense. Until such events occur, it is not possible to know for certain one way or the other.
