Elon Musk’s father has publicly admitted that his son has not been an exemplary father to his many children, sparking further discussions on Musk’s parenting.

This revelation follows a claim from right-wing influencer Ashley St. Clair, who asserted that she had given birth to Musk’s 13th child five months ago. This announcement adds to the controversy surrounding Musk’s parenting, which has been under the spotlight in recent weeks. Musk made headlines earlier when he appeared at the Oval Office with his 4-year-old son, X Æ A-Xii, known as Lil X. His son’s behavior during the visit – including picking his nose and whispering to former President Donald Trump – caught the attention of social media, with many questioning the appropriateness of bringing the child into such a public setting. Even Lil X’s mother, Grimes, seemed to criticize Musk’s decision, expressing her concerns about their son being in the limelight.

In the midst of the ongoing media storm, Ashley St. Clair posted on Musk’s own platform, X, revealing the birth of her child and declaring that Musk was the father. She explained that she had kept the information private for the sake of the child’s safety but felt compelled to disclose it after the media started to dig into her personal life. “Five months ago, I welcomed a new baby into the world. Elon Musk is the father,” she wrote. “I have not previously disclosed this to protect our child’s privacy and safety, but in recent days, it has become clear that tabloid media intends to do so, regardless of the harm it will cause. I intend to allow our child to grow in a normal and safe environment. For that reason, I ask that the media honor our child’s privacy, and refrain from invasive reporting.”

However, St. Clair has since claimed that Musk is avoiding her attempts to get in touch since she made her announcement public. Adding to the ongoing scrutiny, Musk was again thrust into the public eye earlier this month when he appeared with his young son at a press event at the White House. This was just one of several moments that has raised eyebrows, especially after the 4-year-old’s antics garnered online commentary.

In response to the attention, Musk’s father, Errol Musk, made critical remarks about his son’s parenting abilities. In an interview with the Wide Awake podcast, Errol admitted that he did not believe Elon had been a good father to his children. “No, he hasn’t been a good father,” Errol Musk remarked candidly. “If Elon hears this, he’s going to shoot me or something.”

Meanwhile, Musk’s estranged daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, who was not informed of her father’s alleged new child by St. Clair, took to social media to express her frustration. She revealed that this was the second time she had learned about a new sibling through social media. With the addition of St. Clair’s child, Musk now has 13 children, including 12 with three other women.

The public discussion surrounding Musk’s personal life and parenting abilities highlights the ongoing scrutiny faced by the billionaire. His choices in both his private and professional life continue to spark debates, particularly on issues of family dynamics, privacy, and public image. As the controversy continues, many are left questioning how much of his personal life should be on display, given his immense public profile and the challenges that come with it.