Elon Musk, father of 13, finds himself in yet another legal dispute, as conservative influencer Ashley St. Clair takes him to court to seek sole legal custody of their infant son.
- February 22, 2025
AceShowbiz - Ashley St. Clair has filed petitions in a Manhattan court seeking sole custody and legal recognition of Elon Musk as the father of her child, R.S.C. The lawsuit came just a few days after the conservative influencer publicly announced she gave birth to Musk's baby.
Obtained by PEOPLE, the custody petition paints a grim picture of Musk's involvement in their son's life, claiming he has only met the infant three times and has neglected his responsibilities as a father.
St. Clair's petitions encompass detailed accounts of Musk's sporadic engagement. She states that Musk first met their son on September 21, 2024, for only two hours and followed up briefly the next day, before a final 30-minute encounter in November of the same year.
"Musk has never once asked to see his child," St. Clair alleges, emphasizing her sole role in the child's upbringing and wellbeing.
The paternity petition delves into the history of their relationship and offered evidence that showed Musk's acknowledgment of paternity through various correspondences.
Screenshots included in the filing highlight messages from Musk, such as, "I look forward to seeing you and him this weekend," and security concerns he shared during the height of Donald Trump's Presidential campaign last year.
The petition further elucidates how St. Clair sought to resolve custody and support matters privately, but faced non-responsiveness from Musk's representatives. Her attorney, Karen B. Rosenthal, cites challenges in serving Musk due to his security level at the White House, given his role in the Trump administration.
St. Clair's case emerges amid another public plea from Grimes, also Elon Musk's baby mama. The musician publicly asked Musk to respond to a "medical crisis" involving one of their three children.
Grimes' frustrations on social media echoed a similar narrative of Musk's lack of involvement, indicating a pattern of behavior in his parental commitments.
St. Clair and Grimes' experiences signify ongoing struggles within Musk's personal life, overshadowed by his corporate and political responsibilities. St. Clair's request for sole legal custody highlights the imperative need for Musk to address his familial duties, beyond the empire he has built.
As lawsuits and public appeals compound, Musk's image as a father faces scrutiny. St. Clair's court battle adds another layer to the complex tapestry of Musk's personal life.
