Elon Musk’s reaction was shockingly harsh when his wife reminded him that she was not his ’employee,’ revealing a moment in their relationship.
Justine musk reveals the struggles in their marriage
Elon Musk’s first wife, Justine Musk, has openly shared details about their difficult marriage.
In a revealing essay, she described the controlling dynamics that led to their divorce.
One brutal remark from Musk particularly stood out as a defining moment in their failing relationship.
Additionally, Justine Musk initially admired her husband’s ambition. She even compared him to Alexander the Great.
However, she later realized troubling signs early in their marriage. Musk told her, “As we danced at our wedding reception,” Justine explains, “Elon told me ‘I am the alpha in this relationship.’
“I am the alpha in this relationship.” She dismissed the comment at the time, unaware of how serious he was.
As their marriage progressed, she felt Musk used his financial dominance to exert control. “Elon’s judgment overruled mine,” she explained. “He constantly remarked on the ways he found me lacking.”
Elon Musk’s shocking response to Justine’s plea
At one point, Justine tried to assert her role in the marriage. She reminded him, “I am your wife, not your employee.” Musk’s response was blunt and cruel. “If you were my employee,” he said, “I would fire you.”
This statement reinforced the power imbalance in their relationship. Justine realized that Musk did not see her as an equal partner. Instead, he treated her as someone beneath him.
Social media reaction
The relationship between Justine and Elon Musk remain gained attention while many suggested that Elon Musk should have nobility of heart before Justine’s plea.
One person said: That can happen he’s an intense man. You look like you know how handle him. Directly from the heart of course.
A second wrote: Even his own wife can take his crap.
While a third commented: Good. For. Her. Mr. Jerk. Slime.
Another added: He’s correct. He is head of household and has final say. He proved it. Young men today are not going to get married and get treated like a tv dad.
Someone else said: He doesn’t look like a human being, look at him properly, I think he is from another planet.
A marriage filled with loss and distance
Their relationship became more strained after personal tragedies.
A devastating car accident and the loss of their first child added to the emotional distance between them. Hoping to salvage their marriage, Justine suggested counseling. Musk agreed but set strict conditions.
One month into therapy, Musk presented her with a harsh ultimatum. “Either we fix this marriage today, or I will divorce you tomorrow,” he told her. Justine interpreted this as, “Our status quo works for me, so it should work for you.”
The next morning, Musk filed for divorce.
Their legal battle stretched on for years. Despite this, Musk quickly moved on. Within six weeks of separating from Justine, he became engaged to actress Talulah Riley.
Since his first marriage, Musk has experienced multiple divorces.
He was married to Talulah Riley twice and has had several children with different partners. His personal relationships remain a topic of public interest.