Grimes Opens Up About Elon Musk’s Transformation: Why She No Longer Recognizes the Man She Loved

Claire Grimes Boucher, known professionally as Grimes, has made public her feelings about the significant changes in her relationship with Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Grimes expressed that she can no longer recognize the man she once loved due to his recent political and personal transformations.

Grimes, who shares three children with Musk—X Æ A-12 (also known as baby X), Exa, and Tau—has been through a tumultuous period, including a bitter custody battle. She described spending a year “locked in battle” over her rights as a mother, during which she was separated from one of her children for five months. Her social media posts and modeling career were even used against her in the legal disputes.

The Canadian musician highlighted Musk’s shift towards conservative political ideologies, including his support for Donald Trump‘s presidential campaign, as a major factor in their estrangement. Grimes has been vocal in her support for Musk’s transgender daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, which contrasts sharply with Musk’s alleged actions, further straining their relationship.

Despite the emotional toll of their separation, Grimes has found solace in her creative work. She mentioned that her personal challenges have inspired her artistic projects, which she hopes will resonate with others who have experienced similar complexities of love, change, and resilience.

Grimes also reflected on the personal growth she has experienced, stating that she has “never been better in my life than right now” and that having babies has been a transformative experience that has taught her invaluable lessons.