Overview and Background Information
Elon Musk, the world renowned entrepreneur behind Tesla, Inc., SpaceX and other business ventures, made a splash on the Met Gala red carpet in 2019, when he arrived with an unexpected date – his mother Maye Musk. Though no one knew who he was taking with him to the event, his mother stunned the commentators and tabloids, who were shocked and awed at the incredible age gap between the two.
Though Musk is known as one of the most successful, wealthiest, and innovative individuals on the planet, he is rarely seen in the spotlight with another human being, making the Met Gala a one of a kind occasion. As Musk hit the red carpet, he beamed ear to ear, with his mother proudly walking behind him – giving the cameras a glimpse at their undeniable and timeless bond.
Musk and Model Mother
Maye Musk, who is 69 years old, is a successful model and ageless beauty. She embraces her age, something she and her son have in common. She is an outspoken advocate for the beauty of wrinkled faces and grey hair, and she has been a spokesperson for various brands, like Revlon, and has been featured in a host of magazine covers, such as Harper’s BAZAAR.
Despite being 69, Maye doesn’t look a day over 55, and outgoing personalities clearly runs in the family. Maye and her son made light of her age when discussing the event. Elon later took to Twitter saying “Got to look out for mom, no matter how old she is.” Maye was spotted giggling and touching Elon on the shoulder multiple times. Clearly, their relationship is one of the best kinds of unconditional love.
Analysis and Insights
Most people who know anything about Elon Musk, understands he is overly protective of his family. But seeing him so them so close and happy on the red carpet shows that even someone as powerful and demanding as Musk can be vulnerable and gentle with his family. The date was not only insightful to the public, but to Musk as well. With the daily stressors of running multiple companies, it’s important to reflect and appreciate what he has with his family. It’s truly an unforgettable sight seeing a man of his stature take his seventy-year-old mother to the event.
Many people struggle with letting their grays show and relying on beauty products to make them look younger is a prevalent trend, making Musk and Maye an unstoppable duo for embracing the decade-transcending beauty of age. On the red carpet, Musk reminded everyone that beauty knows no age, and that women are not erased as they reach their 70th year of life. Maye doesn’t need much help to make her shine, her son’s generous heart accomplished that.
Public Reaction
The public responded to their appearance with an abundance of positive sentiment. Twitter feeds were full of praise for Maye and Elon and their own take on the beauty of age. People called out Musk for making “da best date ever” and praised Maye for her timeless beauty. Many of the comments raved about how Maye posed just as confidently as the Hollywood stars and how Musk couldn’t stop smiling.
The pictures and videos of the two radiated joy, leaving many with a smile of their own. Elon Musk had announced only a few days before the gala that he was taking someone special with him, however no one knew who it was until they hit the red carpet. Whatever doubts people had, it was clear that Musk’s charming companion had stolen everyone’s heart.
Life and Career
Maye’s career is remarkably diverse and continues to bloom, She has told the world her secret in a TED talk called “Look past the wrinkles”, and has reminded us youth is not the only form of beauty. Maye has also written a book which discusses her journey in the fashion industry and how she has aged gracefully. Her shining personality has conquered her age in the model industry and many consider her an unstoppable rockstar.
In his article “How Elon Musk Made His (Staggering) Fortune”, Peter Economy details the incredible rise of Elon Musk, starting with an internship, to the entrepreneur and innovator he is today. He has promised to put humanity in space and rethink the transportation industry with electric cars.
At the age of 15, with the help of a college professor, Elon wrote a video game called Blastar. The mastermind sold it for $500, enabling him to finance his college studies. After graduating, four years later, Elon developed a web software called Zip2, a web service for newspapers. Zip2 was later sold for $307 million in 1999. Musk used most of that money to create what he hoped to be the biggest venture of all – SpaceX.
Notable Quotes
During an interview with Marie Claire Magazine, Maye stated: “Every woman should reach her 70s with grace and know that she is still her own woman and is relevant.” Maye states that she lived for the “decades that erased women over time”, so she wants to continue to let people know that the beauty of women doesn’t end. On the same interview she spoke highly of her son: “Elon is so sweet, he asked me and I said yes. I had already bought a fabulous dress at Versace, it was pink with a pink feather trim. And I wore that”.
It’s no secret that Elon is an extraordinary businessman and highly respected individual, so when asked about his choice for a companion to the Met Gala, he stated: “My Mom has always deserved much more attention than she gets.” Elon knows how hard his mother has worked and that her age isn’t a measure of her power or beauty.
The Duo Now
As the Met Gala of 2019 ended, the media kept buzzing about the one of a kind duet. It’s uncommon for someone like Elon to make the news in a way that’s not business or tech related, so the iconic moments both he and his mother shared on the red carpet stay with us even now. The precious date wasn’t made knowing it would go viral, but simply to represent respect, protection and a timeless bond between a mother and son. Elon and Maye couldn’t be happier about the outcome and the attention they both received.
Even today, Musk continues to make major moves in the business world, and is currently linked to the birth of ventilators for the fight against Covid-19. Maye actively supports her son, who has always been a priority for her and a central figure in her life.
Conclusion and Impact
When Elon Musk paired up with his mother to attend the Met Gala, he wasn’t necessarily making a political statement. But his special date surprised people, made them reflect, and taught them how to take life less seriously. It taught us to age gracefully, and to put family relationships first, no matter how business-oriented your lifestyle might be.
Their style, bond and energy, created an unforgettable experience and a rare moment of true emotion and sincere connection – not seen on the red carpet often and undoubtedly a testament to Elon and Maye’s shared values and groundedness.
