Renowned journalist Megyn Kelly launched a scathing critique against conservative commentator Ashley St. Clair, following her revelation that Elon Musk is the father of her child.
Kelly took issue with St. Clair’s demand for privacy while simultaneously featuring in a high-profile media story.
St. Clair’s Announcement and Call for Privacy
On February 13, St. Clair took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce that she had given birth five months ago and that the child’s father was billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk. This revelation added yet another child to Musk’s growing family, making it his 13th.
Alea Iacta Est pic.twitter.com/gvVaFNTGqn
— Ashley St. Clair (@stclairashley) February 15, 2025
Despite her public disclosure, the 26-year-old columnist also expressed concern over the media’s intrusion into her private life. She urged reporters to respect her and her child’s privacy, stating that she wanted to avoid invasive coverage. However, following her statement, she became the subject of online discussions and criticisms, prompting further media attention.
Kelly Slams St. Clair Over New York Post Feature
Shortly after calling for privacy, St. Clair appeared in a New York Post article, complete with professionally posed photographs in an upscale New York City apartment. Her PR representative, Brian Glicklich, further fueled the media storm by revealing that neither Musk nor anyone from his inner circle had reached out to her since the child’s birth.
This apparent contradiction caught Megyn Kelly’s attention, leading to an intense tirade on The Megyn Kelly Show. Kelly, 56, criticized St. Clair for what she perceived as hypocrisy.
“The next day after the tweet hits, she poses for a full spread in the New York Post in like her sexy wear. She’s wearing a corset, and this is her in this swanky New York apartment which is described as lavish,” Kelly remarked.
Kelly Calls Out St. Clair’s Life Choices
Kelly didn’t stop at pointing out the contradiction. She went further, criticizing St. Clair’s lifestyle choices and decision-making. In a blunt statement, she suggested that St. Clair had set herself up for this situation.
“All I can think as I look at this is: Your life is the way it is because you decided it would be. Because of your choices, madam. Like, you set it up this way,” Kelly stated.
She also referenced a post she had written on X, where she advised women to find stable partners who prioritize family and commitment over wealth or status.
.@MegynKelly: “Your life is the way it is because you decided it would be. Because of your choices, madam. You set it up this way… You do not have to make a choice where you try to bang the billionaire, to get his baby, so he’ll put you up in some lavish New York City apartment… pic.twitter.com/pvPUPfshNn
— The Megyn Kelly Show (@MegynKellyShow) February 19, 2025
“You do not have to make a choice where you try to bang the billionaire, to get his baby, so he’ll put you up in some lavish New York City apartment and take care of you for the rest of his life, and then be shocked, shocked, when he doesn’t actually want to have a relationship with you,” Kelly argued.
Musk’s Subtle Response
Despite the controversy surrounding the situation, Elon Musk has remained largely silent. His only public response to an X user discussing the matter was a single-word reaction: “woah.”
Both Kelly and St. Clair have been approached for further comments, but neither has responded at the time of writing. The public discourse surrounding the issue continues to spark debate over personal responsibility, media exposure, and the dynamics of high-profile relationships.
