Elon Musk has built his name on changing the world—from electric vehicles and reusable rockets to brain chips and satellite internet. But now, the billionaire entrepreneur is turning heads for a very different reason: what he just revealed about his young son, X Æ A-12.
In a candid interview that surprised even longtime followers, Musk shared eye-opening insights into his son’s early intellect—describing the 4-year-old as a budding genius, displaying traits even Musk himself didn’t expect to see so soon. The revelations left the public wondering: could this child be the one to carry forward Musk’s massive legacy?
A Different Kind of Spotlight. The world first took notice of X Æ A-12, affectionately called “X,” in 2020 when Musk and musician Claire Boucher, known as Grimes, revealed their newborn’s cryptic name. A blend of scientific references and artistic symbolism, the name alone made headlines
. But what was initially seen as a quirky celebrity baby announcement has now taken on new weight. That’s because X, according to Musk, is no ordinary child. “He’s a genius,” Musk said bluntly. “His mind… it just works differently.”
Given Musk’s own relentless intellect and legacy of innovation, his claim draws attention not only to the boy’s cognitive abilities, but also to concerns many parents face—such as early childhood development, diagnostic evaluations, and intellectual wellness assessments that help identify gifted children early on.
