The announcement followed reports that Musk had unfollowed Zilis on the social media platform X. Reflecting on the sudden nature of the split, Zilis wrote that transitioning from being in love to being separated within a week was difficult, yet she expressed a desire for Musk to find happiness, stating that she would continue to support him.
Details of the Relationship and Recent Exchanges
Zilis and Musk, who is the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, began their romantic involvement in 2020, following an initial arrangement in which Musk served as her sperm donor. Throughout their time together, Zilis frequently spoke of providing a stable environment for the billionaire, describing their home life as a sanctuary where he could find respite from the pressures of his professional responsibilities.
To accompany her statement, Zilis shared a screenshot of a recent private exchange between the two. In a message dated September 24, Zilis told Musk it was wonderful to see him for breakfast and expressed her love, to which Musk replied in kind. In subsequent communications, Musk mentioned to Zilis that he had not realized he could have invited her to a recent state dinner held at the White House for Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Reflections on Their Shared Life
In her public post, Zilis characterized Musk as a person who had experienced a tumultuous early life and described him as a complex individual. She noted that she and their children aimed to provide a space where he could recharge before returning to his demanding work life. She credited Musk with teaching her a great deal and expressed gratitude for the four children they share: twins Strider and Azure, born in 2021; Arcadia, born in 2024; and their youngest, Seldon, born in 2025.
While Zilis acknowledged the pain of the separation, she emphasized her ongoing care for Musk and her commitment to their family. Musk, who has at least 14 children with various partners, has not issued a public comment regarding the end of the relationship. The billionaire’s family includes five children from his marriage to his first wife, Justine Wilson, as well as children from other relationships.
