Wilson, 21, who came out as transgender at 16 and later legally dropped Musk’s surname, has been estranged from her father since 2020. In a recent interview, she reflected on how being raised in a world of immense privilege shaped her perspective — not always positively.
She described wealth as both a privilege and a burden, explaining that firsthand exposure to power made her wary of its effects. According to Wilson, the pursuit of more wealth and influence can become an endless cycle, one that changes people from within and fuels a sense of greed that is never fully satisfied.
Looking back, she said her upbringing often felt disconnected from reality. Surrounded by elite schools and exclusive social circles, she recalled feeling cut off from the outside world. She even attended a private school on a SpaceX campus before later enrolling at a prestigious Los Angeles institution.
Despite her environment, Wilson said she was deeply affected by inequality from a young age. Seeing homelessness, she remembered feeling physically sick, even when others dismissed her concerns as overly dramatic. In hindsight, she stands by those emotions, believing they reflected a genuine understanding that something was wrong.
She also criticized what she sees as a broader disconnect among the ultra-wealthy, describing a mindset where privilege creates the illusion of deserving more while ignoring the struggles of others.
Over the years, Wilson has become more outspoken, carving out her own identity separate from her father’s global reputation. While she acknowledges that her connection to Musk will always be part of her story, she insists it does not define her future.
Their strained relationship has occasionally played out publicly. Musk has previously made controversial remarks about her transition, while Wilson has pushed back, at one point responding to his comments on social media in a post that quickly went viral.
Now active online with a growing following, Wilson shares glimpses of her life, including her modeling work and advocacy, as she continues to build a path distinctly her own—far removed from the world she grew up in.
