Current marital status
Elon Musk is currently married to Grimes, the stage name of Canadian musician and artist Claire Boucher. The couple confirmed their relationship publicly in 2018, welcomed their first child in 2020, and married in a civil ceremony in Las Vegas around 2021. They have intermittically shared public appearances and social media interactions, while also maintaining separate careers and households at times. As of 2025, this union remains his only active marriage, following previous divorces from Justine Wilson and Talulah Riley.
Relationship timeline and key events
2018: Public confirmation and first child
In 2018, Musk and Grimes confirmed they were dating. They announced the birth of their son, X Æ A-12, in May 2020, sparking widespread discussion about the unconventional name and their high-profile partnership.
2021: Civil ceremony and name details
Musk revealed in 2021 that they had married in a civil ceremony in Las Vegas. Details about the exact date were initially unclear, and the couple later stated that the marriage was informal and later had a small celebration with friends.
2022–2024: On-and-off visibility
Throughout 2022 and 2023, reports described an intermittent split and reconciliation. They continued to co-parent, made occasional joint appearances, and remained romantically linked in media coverage into 2024.
2025: Status
As of 2025, public sources and Musk’s references indicate he remains married to Grimes, with no confirmed separation or subsequent marriage filing.
Prior marriages and relationship history
Musk’s first marriage was to author Justine Wilson from 2000 to 2008. He later married actress Talulah Riley in 2010, divorced in 2012, remarried in 2013, and divorced again in 2016. These earlier relationships predate his public relationship with Grimes and contextualize his marital timeline.
Public perception and media coverage
Musk’s relationship with Grimes frequently attracts media attention due to their visibility, unconventional public personas, and interactions on social platforms. Coverage often focuses on their creative projects, parenting, and statements about their bond, though the couple has also emphasized their desire for privacy at times.
Co-parenting and family life
Musk and Grimes share parenting of their biological son X Æ A-12. They have discussed future plans regarding family expansion and have indicated a preference for raising their child away from intense public scrutiny, even as their lives remain in the public eye.
Clarifying common misunderstandings
- Elon Musk is not currently married to any other person; his only active marriage is to Grimes as of 2025.
- The couple has been publicly linked since 2018, married in a civil ceremony in 2021, and has a shared child.
- Earlier marriages to Justine Wilson and Talulah Riley are concluded; there is no verified engagement or wedding planned beyond the current marriage to Grimes.
FAQ
Reader questions
Who is Elon Musk’s wife as of 2025?
His wife is Grimes (Claire Boucher). They are actively married and share a child.
Did Elon Musk ever marry someone else after Grimes?
There is no credible public record of a marriage beyond Grimes as of 2025.
Are Elon Musk and Grimes still together?
Yes, they remain married and continue to co-parent, though they maintain separate professional careers and sometimes periods of reduced public visibility.