Recently, several rumors and accusations have surfaced regarding Elon Musk, the world’s richest person. Among them, a post spread on social media claimed that he had died. This rumor quickly gained tra
ction and was widely shared on different platforms. However, after conducting a fact-checking investigation, Fact Crescendo determined that the claim was false.
Social Media Claim
Last week, a news website reported that Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, had passed away, coinciding with reports of a white vehicle on fire.
This story quickly spread across social media, with Facebook users sharing it multiple times, sparking mixed reactions and expressions.
The following is a screenshot from a Facebook post made a week ago, which was written in English: “Very SAD News: 30 minutes ago. Video! Elon Musk, he has been confirmed as…”.
The same claim, along with a photo of Elon Musk surrounded by doctors, has been shared by other Facebook users in recent days, leading to further circulation.
Below is a screenshot from a similar post on Sunday, which reads: “Very Sad: 40 minutes ago. Elon Musk, he has been confirmed as…”
The same claim was also found and published on Facebook on February 22, 2025.
Given the claim’s extensive dissemination and the considerable attention, it has received from the internet community, we believed it was necessary to perform a fact-check on the above subject.
Fact Check
Fact Crescendo began an investigation into the claim by reviewing reliable news circulated by international media platforms. We found the following facts:
Given Elon Musk’s global prominence, his death would be major international news, widely covered by credible media outlets.
However, despite rumors circulating on social media, no reputable news organizations have reported his death, indicating that the claim is unfounded.
Elon Musk’s most recent public appearance was on February 26, 2025, during President Donald Trump’s first cabinet meeting.
Musk was in attendance, sitting away from the table of secretaries. This appearance published on AP News serves as clear evidence that Musk is still alive and well, directly contradicting the false rumors circulating on social media claiming he had passed away.
The following screenshot shows Elon Musk attending President Trump’s first Cabinet meeting last Wednesday.
Before this, on February 20, 2025, Musk made a notable appearance at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC).
During his speech, he used a chainsaw as a prop to highlight his efforts to reduce the federal workforce through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
This event has been widely covered by numerous news media outlets, including recent coverage by The Independent.
The Independent News Report | Archived Link
Fact Crescendo also found that Elon Musk, the CEO of X, is highly active on the platform, frequently posting updates, commenting on current events, and engaging with his followers.
Musk’s presence on X generates significant attention, with his posts covering a wide range of topics, including business, technology, politics, and sometimes personal views.
The following snapshot shows one of Elon Musk’s recent activities on his official X account on February 28, 2025.
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Conclusion
Fact Crescendo found that the claim, accompanied by the photo posted on social media, is false. There have been no credible reports or confirmations from reliable news sources regarding Elon Musk’s death. Elon Musk is alive and was seen attending Trump’s first cabinet meeting on February 26.
Title:False Claim of Elon Musk’s Death Goes Viral on Social Media
Fact Check By: Kakada SimResult: False
