In a recent interview, 20-year-old Vivian Jenna Wilson, one of Elon Musk's children from his first marriage, publicly spoke out about her estranged relationship with her father. Wilson, who identifies as a trans woman, revealed that Musk had harassed her for presenting as queer and feminine during her childhood.

The strained relationship between Musk and Wilson has been apparent for years, with Wilson petitioning to legally change her name when she turned 18, citing her gender identity and a desire to distance herself from her biological father. Musk attributed their differences to the influence of what he referred to as "neo-Marxists" in elite schools, expressing his frustration with what he perceived as a sentiment vilifying the wealthy.

Earlier this week, Musk's relationship with Wilson once again made headlines during an interview with controversial figure Jordan Peterson. Musk referenced his child, whom he deadnamed as "one of my older boys, Xavier," and claimed he had been "tricked" into providing consent for gender-affirming care. Wilson swiftly responded to these claims, refuting Musk's narrative and calling them "entirely fake."

In her response, Wilson highlighted Musk's absence during her childhood, stating that he was not privy to her experiences and that she faced relentless harassment for her femininity and queerness. She described her father as cold, quick to anger, and unaccepting of her true self. Wilson alleged that Musk had pressured her to appear more masculine, even berating her during a road trip for having a high-pitched voice.

Wilson revealed that at 16, she confronted Musk with the necessary paperwork to commence gender-affirming treatment, as allowed by California law with parental consent. She emphasized that Musk was not deceived and that the treatment, including puberty blockers and hormone-replacement therapy, allowed her to thrive and overcome the challenges of gender dysphoria.

While Musk has not yet responded to Wilson's statements, his partner, Grimes, took to social media to express her support for Wilson, stating that she loved and was proud of her.

As the public awaits further developments, Musk seems to have shifted his focus elsewhere, posting about the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics on his social media account. The controversy, however, continues to shed light on the complex dynamics within Elon Musk's family.

Despite the turmoil between them, Vivian Jenna Wilson's brave decision to break her silence serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding and acceptance for individuals navigating their own gender identities.