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Elon Musk’s longtime partner Shivon Zilis announces he ended relationship with ‘no warning’
The Independent • • general
Key Points:
- Shivon Zilis, Elon Musk’s longtime partner and mother of four of his children, announced their split in a detailed post on X, expressing both pain and gratitude for their time together.
- The couple’s relationship, which began around 2016, was largely kept private until recent revelations during the OpenAI trial, where it was described as evolving from a "platonic sperm donor" arrangement into a romantic partnership.
- Zilis highlighted the emotional support and stability she provided Musk amid his challenging life and career, describing their home as a safe and loving space contrasting with his public persona.
- The pair share four children, including twins born in 2021 and two more children born in 2024 and 2025, and Zilis expressed hope for a positive co-parenting relationship despite the breakup.
- Musk has not publicly commented on the split, but a recent text exchange between the two showed mutual affection and respect, indicating an amicable parting.
