A claim by one of Elon Musk’s former partners that he fathered a child with a Japanese pop star has ignited a storm of speculation online in Japan, fuelling debate over celebrity privacy, reproductive ethics and the billionaire’s growing brood.

The allegation was made by Ashley St Clair – a conservative US influencer and mother of the Tesla CEO’s 14th known child – in a New York Times report published on Friday. According to the newspaper, St Clair said Musk had confided in her that he had fathered children around the world, including with a Japanese pop star, although he did not identify the woman.

“He made it seem like it was just his altruism and he generally believed these people should just have children,” St Clair was quoted as saying. She also alleged that Musk had expressed concern over declining birth rates and indicated he was willing to donate sperm to anyone who asked.

Her claims have not been independently verified, and the identity of the Japanese pop star remains undisclosed. Musk has not publicly commented on the claim.

Even so, the story has captured public attention in Japan, though mainstream media and commentators have been careful to avoid naming anyone thus far.

“It is embarrassing to even pry into this kind of thing,” comedian Hiroiki Ariyoshi said on his Sunday evening radio programme, to laughter from his fellow presenters.

“Because, given his age, there are only a limited number of stars [around that age] who sing pop songs,” he added. “There are only about three diva-like people, right? But I think it is possible that Musk is just showing off.

“In fact, he may be flirting with a Japanese pop star and is actually a secret idol fan.”

https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/artic...au_ME4oI8l6IF5g

I love japmoi

Oshi no koi versi amdk....

must plotec Ai-chan from the stalker (hired by the children father)

dude want to be the modern day genghis khan? spread seed far and wide.

elon on gengkhis khan mission

When u have lots of money, best to plan your seeds everywhere.

I knew of someone who planted his seeds in 6 countries and gave him 7 kids in total. Each Christmas, the grandparents damn happy.

Woh, must be rich af

And all of the wives celebrate Christmas together??

Nope. The baby mommas excluded. Only 1-2 still with him till today. Never married. The rest don't care as long got monthly payments.

/ktard standard response: ada code?

wait lah send me a f is child got down syndrome or autism