Fox News host Jesse Watters has come to the defense of Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, against jokes made by comedian Bill Burr about Musk’s past relationships and his ability to attract women.
On a recent episode of “The Five,” Watters refuted Burr’s claims that Musk and his friends were nerds who couldn’t get girls when they were young. Watters pointed out that Musk had no trouble attracting women, citing his college girlfriend as evidence of his appeal. He also mentioned that Musk had been married and has four children, further dispelling the notion that he struggled with relationships.
Watters’ defense of Musk comes at a time of heightened concern over the U.S. economy following President Donald Trump’s announcement of international tariffs and the Department of Government Efficiency’s efforts to cut wasteful spending. The conservative pundit seemed taken aback by Burr’s repeated jabs at Musk, who has faced criticism from the comedian on various TV appearances.
Burr had joked on “The Tonight Show” and “The View” about Musk being a nerd and speculated about his motivations for building robots and colonizing other planets. Despite Burr’s comments, Musk has been linked to numerous women over the years and is a father to 14 children from multiple relationships, as reported by Vanity Fair. One of his children, Vivian Wilson, has been vocal in her criticism of her father, particularly after Musk disowned her for her gender identity.
Wilson, a trans woman, changed her name in 2022 to distance herself from her father and embrace her true identity. Musk’s public disavowal of his daughter has added another layer of complexity to his already controversial persona.
Overall, Watters’ defense of Musk’s romantic history sheds light on the complexities of the billionaire’s personal life and relationships. Despite public scrutiny and criticism, Musk continues to navigate the challenges of fame and fortune while maintaining his status as one of the most influential figures in the tech industry.
