Elon Musk is known for many things—revolutionizing electric cars, taking humans to Mars, launching AI projects, and even shaking up social media with his acquisition of X (formerly Twitter). But beyond his genius and ambition, there’s a softer, more personal side to the tech billionaire—his love for his children.

Among them, one child stands out the most: X Æ A-Xii, affectionately known as Lil X. Despite having 11 children (and possibly more in the future), it’s undeniable that Lil X holds a special place in Musk’s heart.

But why is Lil X so special to Musk? What makes him the favorite among his many kids? Let’s dive into Elon Musk’s unique bond with his adorable firstborn son from Grimes and why Lil X might just be the center of Musk’s universe.

Lil X: The Son That Changed Everything for Elon Musk

Elon Musk has always been a deeply private person when it comes to his personal life, but when Lil X was born in May 2020, something changed. Suddenly, the world saw a different side of Musk—not just as a billionaire entrepreneur but as a devoted and playful father.

Unlike his older children, who were raised mostly out of the public eye, Lil X has been a frequent presence in Musk’s life, even at work!

Did you know? Lil X has been spotted at Tesla factories, SpaceX launches, and even sitting on Musk’s lap during high-profile interviews.

Musk brings Lil X everywhere—whether it’s important business meetings or rocket launches, Lil X is right by his father’s side.
He is Musk’s little “co-pilot”—Musk has even joked that Lil X helps him make decisions at Tesla!
The billionaire adores every moment with him—often seen carrying, playing, and talking to his little boy in the cutest way possible.

It’s clear that Lil X isn’t just another one of Musk’s kids—he’s a constant companion in his father’s extraordinary life.

More Than a Son: Lil X Is Musk’s “Heir to the Empire”

Elon Musk doesn’t just see Lil X as his son—many believe he sees him as a mini version of himself, possibly even the future leader of his tech empire.

Musk has openly said he wants his kids to inherit his companies.
Lil X is already exposed to science and technology at an early age—he’s literally growing up surrounded by Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink engineers!
Musk wants to raise independent thinkers—and who better to learn from the world’s most brilliant mind than Lil X himself?

Unlike traditional billionaires who keep their kids out of their businesses, Musk seems to be actively preparing Lil X for the future. Could he be the one to continue Musk’s legacy?

But What About Musk’s Other Kids?

Of course, Musk has more than just one child. Over the years, he has welcomed many children into his life, including:

Nevada Alexander Musk (his first son, who tragically passed away as an infant)
The twins Griffin and Xavier Musk (born via IVF in 2004)
The triplets Kai, Saxon, and Damian Musk (born in 2006)
Twins Strider and Azure Musk (born in 2021 with Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis)
Another child, Exa Dark Sideræl Musk (“Y”), and a third child named Techno Mechanicus (“Tau”) with Grimes

That’s a lot of kids—and Musk has even hinted that he wants more!

But despite having many children, it’s Lil X who gets the most attention from Musk. Some have even speculated that Musk is closest to Lil X because he was born during a unique time in his life, when he was reshaping the world with SpaceX, Tesla, and X.

Musk has never publicly favored one child over another, but his actions make it clear: Lil X is always by his side.

Musk’s fans LOVE seeing his interactions with Lil X, and the internet has been obsessed with this father-son duo.

“Elon Musk is literally raising a baby genius—Lil X is going to run Tesla by age 10!”
“No matter how many kids he has, Lil X will always be his favorite! He’s the perfect mix of Musk and Grimes.”
“Seeing Lil X at Tesla factories is the cutest thing ever. He’s already a little CEO!“

Their moments together have gone viral multiple times, from Lil X babbling in interviews to Musk calling him his “little buddy.” It’s clear that people can’t get enough of this adorable kid!

What Does the Future Hold for Lil X?

With a father like Elon Musk, Lil X has endless possibilities ahead of him.

Will he:
Follow in his dad’s footsteps and become a tech innovator?
Inherit Grimes’ artistic side and pursue music?
Go his own way and create something entirely new?

One thing is certain: Lil X is already one of the most famous billionaire kids in the world. No matter how many more children Musk has, this little boy will always be special.

And if Musk’s deep love and affection for Lil X is any indication, it’s safe to say that he will always remain his father’s favorite!