The humorous reaction demonstrated how Musk’s fans often accept his quirks as a component of his persona.
Some media sources, on the other hand, had a mixed view to the remark, combining analysis and skepticism. Some commenters conjectured on the potential reasons behind the statement,
But the majority rejected it as a tongue-in-cheek remark. Was it a lighthearted jest that turned into something more, a savvy attention-getter, or a profound allegory about human ingenuity?
In any case, the comment garnered a lot of attention, with headlines that ranged from lighthearted jokes to critical analyses of Musk’s character.
In keeping with the increasing practice of turning celebrity remarks—no matter how strange—into cultural events, news outlets leaned into the spectacle.