Elon Musk, the maverick entrepreneur, has been making headlines for almost two decades. His daring endeavors have taken him from his native South Africa to the forefront of Silicon Valley. His ambition and success are widely respected, and with it, an increasing number of people have begun to take interest in his personal life. With his rather public marriage to ex-wife Talulah Riley in 2010, and subsequent divorce, speculation has been rampant as to who the innovative entrepreneur is currently dating.
Musk has been linked to a few famous figures since his first wife, including Canadian musician Grimes. After a few months of rumors, the couple made their relationship Instagram official in May 2018. It was shortly after that the famous rumor mill of the celebrity world was grinding out theories about pregnancy and marriage for the couple, after Musk posted a photo of himself with a baby to the social media site.
While the rumor have since been dispelled, Musk and Grimes remain a couple, though the exact nature of the relationship is unclear. Reports have suggested that the two are not living together and that she still retains her own apartment in Toronto. Whatever their living arrangement, it seems clear that the couple are still enjoying each others’ company, as can be seen by their social media posts regarding business endeavors, vacations, and other projects to which they are devoting their time.
“There is no doubt in my mind that the relationship between Elon and Grimes has been successful,” said relationship expert Dr. Jennifer Gunsaullus. “Despite the whirlwind of celebrity gossip and speculation, they have managed to remain civil and supportive of each other, while still caring for and loving their individual projects.”
The couple seem dedicated to making their relationship work. Despite their age difference, Grimes (born Claire Boucher) is 32 and Musk is 48, it has become clear that the two are committed to one another. They have been seen at numerous events together, including the Met Gala and the Grammy Awards, where they made quite the entrance. While some relationships may falter under the pressue of too much public speculation, Musk and Grimes seem to be enjoying theirs.
It is possible that Musk and Grimes have stayed together due to the fact they have a lot in common. Both are extremely active on social media and are constantly promoting their latest projects. They both have a great interests in AI, the technological advancements and videogames. Grimes is also a creative, in terms of her music and art, while Musk is typically categorized as a technological genius.
Only time will tell if the unlikely couple will remain together for the long haul but as of now, Elon Musk is happily dating Claire Boucher AKA Grimes.
Musk’s Previous Relationships
Prior to Grimes, Elon Musk had a number of relationships that served as talking points for the press and public. His first marriage was in 2000 to Justin Wilson and lasted for 8 years before their divorce. His subsequent relationship with Talulah Riley began shortly after and lasted from 2008 to 2016, with a great deal of up and downs. Despite the difficulty of this period, Musk and Riley are said to have a great affection for one another and remain close friends.
A few years later, in 2018, Musk began seeing actress Amber Heard, who is best known for her roles in Magic Mike XXL and Aquaman. The couple lasted for almost two years and appeared to be quite serious. In their short time together, Musk and Heard were seen vacationing in numerous places around the world and looked to be very comfortable in each other’s company. However, due to conflicting schedules and their long distances, with Musk based in Los Angeles, and Heard in London, the couple broke up amicably in 2020.
Future of the Relationship
Elon Musk and Grimes have been together for almost three years now and appear to be more in love than ever before. The couple is rumored to be considering starting a family and taking the plunge into married life. For now, the couple appears to be content with their current situation, allowing themselves the freedom to pursue their individual projects and interests.
Of course, much of the speculation about Musk and Grimes’s relationship is fueled by their over-the-top displays of wealth. Musk’s net worth is estimated at somewhere around $37.7 billion and the couple have been seen living large, enjoying lavish vacations and attending some of the world’s most exclusive events. Nevertheless, their enduring relationship appears to be strong and supportive, suggesting Musk and Grimes are in it for the long haul.
Nature of their Relationship
If their relationship is, in fact, as serious as it seems, then Musk and Grimes have been succeeding when it comes to making a long distance relationship work. With Musk living primarily in Los Angeles and Grimes based in Toronto, managing their time together is no doubt a challenge. Grimes is also a very busy musician and digital artist and her time and energy are taken up by her many projects.
Despite the obstacles that come with a long-distance affair, Musk and Grimes seem to be making it work thanks to their joint projects, such as Grimes’s music video for the song La lune. The couple have also been seen taking time to vacation and enjoy the moments they have together, with Musk even taking a break from work to attend Grimes’s art exhibit in Berlin.
Perhaps in a reflection of the ‘modern relationship’, Musk and Grimes have also made it possible to date over the internet, by participating in assorted video game streaming that follows the general format of one person playing the game while the other watches. This has allowed the couple to spend time together while separated by two cities and several miles.
Musk’s Involvement in AI
When it comes to the joint projects Musk and Grimes have undertaken, perhaps their mutual interest in AI is the most notable. Musk has long been regarded as a bit of an AI expert, having founded the corporations Neuralink and OpenAI. Both are dedicated to advancing the quality of life for humanity by improving the rate of development of artificial intelligence.
This same enthusiasm for AI has been translated into the shared projects that Musk and Grimes have developed together. For example, the two released a song on the streaming platform, SoundCloud, titled ‘C.T.F.O’, with Musk supplying his input on the track as well as additional artificial intelligence-driven features. Additionally, when attending an event devoted to the same topic of AI advancements, the couple looked very much in love.
Debunking the Rumors
The internet has been abuzz with rumors about the pregnancy of Grimes and Musk since the couple went public. While it is understandable given the couple’s large social media presence and constant speculation from the press and some of their fans, Musk and Grimes have often laughed at or ignored such comments in the past. This suggests that the rumors have little chance of becoming reality in the near future.
Furthermore, the presence of Musk’s five children, ranging in age from five to seventeen, serves to put the rumor mill to rest. From what we have seen so far, Musk and Grimes appear to be comfortable with their current status as a couple and are not in any rush to make any major changes. They seemed to be enjoying exploring the world together these past three years and hopefully will continue to do so in the future.
