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Elon Musk and Grimes: A Timeline of Their Relationship

Entrepreneur Elon Musk and musician Grimes maintained an intermittent romantic involvement for four years, commencing in 2018. In September 2021, Musk disclosed to Page Six a state of “semi-separation” from Grimes. He elaborated, citing geographical challenges: “My responsibilities at SpaceX and Tesla necessitate my presence primarily in Texas or international travel, while her professional endeavors center in Los Angeles. She is currently residing with me, and Baby X is in the next room.”

Initial Stages and Semi-Separation

The relationship between Elon Musk and Grimes began in 2018 and was characterized by periods of being together and apart over four years. Publicly addressing their status in September 2021, Musk informed Page Six of their “semi-separated” status. He explained the arrangement was due to professional commitments, stating his work demanded he be in Texas or traveling internationally, whereas Grimes’s career was based in Los Angeles. At the time of the interview, she was staying with him, and their child, Baby X, was nearby.

Separate Residences and Best Friends

In March 2022, however, Grimes indicated to Vanity Fair that they “live in separate residences” and characterized their bond as that of “best friends.”

Further Breakup Announcement

Subsequently, Grimes announced via Twitter another dissolution of their romantic relationship, stating, “E and I have broken up *again* since this article was written haha, but he remains my best friend and the love of my life, and my life and art are now perpetually dedicated to The Mission.”

Confirmation of Third Child, Techno Mechanicus

Expanding Family

In September 2023, reports emerged revealing the couple shared three children. Grimes, known for her song “Crystal Ball,” verified the news, confirming that their youngest child, Techno Mechanicus, had joined their family alongside son X Γ† A-12 and daughter Exa Dark SiderΓ¦l.

Custody Battle and Personal Struggles

Legal Conflict and Parental Rights

In November 2024, Grimes disclosed a challenging custody dispute, stating she had “spent a year embroiled in legal conflict in a state known for unfavorable mothers’ rights, where my Instagram posts and modeling career were exploited to argue against my parental fitness,” concurrently “struggling and emotionally distancing myself from the love of my life as he transforms into someone unfamiliar.” Facing a significant disparity in resources, Grimes recounted being separated from one of her children for five months. She further commented, “This is the extent of what I can publicly share, as the majority of my experiences over the past few years must remain private.”


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