Ashley St. Clair, the 26-year-old right-wing influencer who recently claimed to be the mother of Elon Musk’s 13th child, has stepped away from the public spotlight just days after her shocking announcement.
St. Clair, who revealed the birth of her child with the Tesla CEO on February 14, 2025, stated that she is now focusing on herself and her baby.
The Republican influencer initially made headlines after accusing Elon Musk of ignoring her attempts to communicate about their child. In a since-deleted post on X.com (formerly Twitter), St. Clair wrote, “Elon, we have been trying to communicate for the past several days, and you have not responded.” Despite her claims, Musk has remained silent, though he continues to be active on social media.
St. Clair has not provided any DNA evidence to support her claims, and in her original statement, she explained that she kept her child’s identity private for safety reasons. Shortly after her announcement, she declared her intention to take a break from social media to focus on her family.
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In a follow-up message, St. Clair expressed gratitude for the support she received but emphasized her commitment to her children’s well-being. An insider revealed that her decision to step back was driven by the overwhelming attention her claims garnered.
“It’s been a difficult time,” a source told PEOPLE. “But Ashley is focusing on caring for her children, which have always been her priority.”
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While St. Clair has distanced herself from the public eye, discussions about co-parenting arrangements with Musk are reportedly ongoing, according to her representative. However, Musk, who has 13 children from various relationships, has yet to address the allegations, fueling further speculation publicly. Critics have pointed out that his silence aligns with his typical approach to parenting controversies.
