Elon Musk and conservative influencer Ashley St. Clair remain in the headlines after she alleged that she gave birth to Musk’s 13th child, a son named R.S.C. In February 2025, she made the revelation on X, stating that she had kept the information private to protect her child’s safety.

Musk has yet to publicly acknowledge St. Clair’s claims, and she has since filed for sole custody, alleging that he has been absent from the child’s upbringing. Court filings suggest that Musk has only met the child three times and has played no active role in his care.

Inside St. Clair and Musk’s Alleged Relationship

St. Clair, known for her work as a conservative commentator and children’s book author, first connected with Musk on X, the social media platform he owns. Their interactions reportedly began when Musk slid into her direct messages, leading to a growing connection that later developed into a romantic relationship. She revealed that their bond deepened after she flew to San Francisco for a work assignment with The Babylon Bee, a conservative satirical outlet.



Despite her claims of meeting Musk’s mother, Maye Musk, and some of his other children, she has stated that she has never met the mothers of Musk’s other children. Musk, who has fathered children with various partners—including singer Grimes, Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis, and his first wife, Justine Wilson—has not issued any formal response to the custody filing or public speculation.

A Custody Battle Begins

On February 21, 2025, St. Clair filed a legal petition seeking sole custody of their son. Her legal representatives stated that she and Musk had been privately working toward a co-parenting agreement but claimed that he had failed to publicly acknowledge his role as the child’s father. St. Clair’s team is now urging Musk to finalize an agreement in the best interest of the child.

Musk’s estranged daughter, Vivian Wilson, also reacted to the news in a viral TikTok, stating that this was the second time she had discovered a half-sibling through social media.

As the situation unfolds, the world is watching to see if Musk will respond to St. Clair’s claims or remain silent on the matter. With an ongoing legal battle and growing media attention, this chapter in Musk’s personal life continues to generate widespread speculation.