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Elon Musk and Grimes They are the first to admit that their relationship is unique.
“There’s no real words to describe it,” said Grimes (born Claire Elise Boucher)Tell vanity fair March 2022. “I would probably call him my boyfriend, but we had a very rocky relationship. We lived in different houses. We were best friends. We saw each other all the time. … We were just doing our own thing and I don’t expect other people to understand.”
Although the two broke up the same year, Musk and Grimes gave birth to three children during their relationship: son X Æ A-Xii in May 2020, daughter Exa Dark Sideræl via surrogate in December 2021, and son Techno Mechanicus via surrogate in June 2022.
“For a girl, it’s sacrificing your body and your freedom,” Grimes recalled rolling stones March 2020 About Pregnancy. “It’s a pretty crazy sacrifice that only half the population has to make. It meant a lot to me when I decided to do it.”
Elon Musk and Grimes split in 2022 after four years together. The couple made their red carpet debut in May 2018, shortly after reports of their relationship emerged. However, things haven’t always been smooth sailing for the businessman and singer. They’ve weathered split rumors and a public feud with Azealia (…)
Read on to see what Grimes and Musk have to say about parenthood and co-parenting:
Elon Musk reflects on fatherhood
After X was born, Musk acknowledged that Grimes took on the primary role in raising their son when he was an infant. “Well, babies are just eating and pooping machines, you know?” he told new york times July 2020. “There’s not much I can do right now. Grimes has a much bigger role than me right now. … When the kids get older, my role will be even more.”
Grimes’ thoughts on motherhood
After splitting from Musk in 2022, Grimes said she was determined to have a healthy co-parenting relationship with her ex-husband as their children continued to grow. “I really care about having a good relationship with my kids,” she told wired August 2023. “I think I understand how to be a good parent to them. Enforce discipline but also be their friend. Who knows, maybe they’ll resent me and reject the family culture, but I don’t think they will.”
their extended family goals
After welcoming her second child with Musk, Grimes expressed her desire to have more children with her partner. “We always wanted at least three or four,” she told vanity fair March 2022. The two welcomed their third child in June 2022.
their legal battle
In September 2024, Grimes sued Musk over the parental rights of her three children. According to court documents obtained US WeeklyThe “Oblivion” singer filed a “Petition to Establish Parentage” in San Francisco Superior Court.
While the documents are sealed, a Petition to Determine Parentage can be filed asking a judge to determine the legal parents of a child in California.
Grimes reacts to son’s White House visit
In February 2025, Musk make headlines He was also included when he brought X to the Oval Office and spoke alongside President Donald Trump.
After the press conference, which sparked widespread discussion, Grimes Take it to social media Said she did not know X would attend the press conference.
“He should not be out in public like this,” she wrote. “I didn’t see this, thanks for reminding me. But I’m glad he was polite. Sigh.”
Different perspectives on co-parenting
January 2026 Grimes shares rare glimpse An X user gave insight into the former couple’s co-parenting dynamic when she asked her if her kids were allowed screen time.
“It’s a big argument because the other parent is okay with it, but it’s avoidable,” she replied, without mentioning Musk or their children’s names. “If that happens, we’ll focus on great art and ideal slow-motion works, like (Japanese animation) Ghibli, that don’t constantly change the background.”
