Elon Musk’s Claim of Being a 3,000-Year-Old Alien: Jest or Strategy?


Elon Musk’s Claim of Being a 3,000-Year-Old Alien: Jest or Strategy?
Elon Musk, the enigmatic CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has once again stirred the internet with a provocative claim, stating he is a “3,000-year-old time-traveling alien” trying to return to his home planet. Made during a recent interview, the comment—likely tongue-in-cheek—has sparked a mix of amusement, skepticism, and speculation across social media and news outlets. While Musk has a history of playful remarks, the statement aligns with his flair for generating buzz and deflecting from controversies, amid a turbulent period for his companies and public image. Musk’s claim emerged during a discussion about SpaceX’s mission to colonize Mars, where he quipped, “I keep telling people I’m an alien, but they don’t believe me. I’m just trying to get back to...