Elon Musk’s 4-Year-Old Son Ridiculed on Live TV by Whoopi Goldberg and The View – Musk’s Demand for Apology Ignored

In an explosive turn of events that left audiences both stunned and divided, The View—the long-running daytime talk show known for its outspoken panel—has found itself at the center of intense controversy. What began as a seemingly routine episode took a deeply personal and controversial detour when co-host Whoopi Goldberg and others on the panel made comments perceived by many as humiliating toward Elon Musk’s 4-year-old son, live on air.

The incident has triggered a fierce backlash, not just from Elon Musk himself, but also from fans, critics, and even casual viewers across social media platforms. The billionaire tech mogul has since demanded a public and immediate apology.

But what he received instead has only intensified the storm.

During a segment discussing the influence of powerful families in the media and tech world, The View turned its attention to Elon Musk, as they often do. Musk, never far from headlines, was being discussed in relation to his controversial business tactics and public persona.

But what shocked viewers was when the panel suddenly shifted focus to his children—specifically his 4-year-old son.

It was Whoopi Goldberg who reportedly opened the floodgates, using a mocking tone while referencing the child’s unique name, X Æ A-Xii. What was likely intended as sarcasm or satire was interpreted by many as deeply inappropriate, especially considering the child’s age and lack of involvement in any public controversies.

“You can’t name a kid after a captcha code and expect them to be normal,” Goldberg said, chuckling along with some of her co-hosts. Joy Behar chimed in with a dismissive, “Can you imagine the poor kid at school roll call? ‘X-Ash-A-12, present!’” The audience, trained to laugh along with the jokes, responded with uneasy laughter. But on social media, it didn’t take long for people to express outrage.

Critics pointed out that mocking a child—especially one too young to understand or defend themselves—is beyond the bounds of decent discourse. Many accused the panel of weaponizing humor to humiliate a child simply for being born into a high-profile family.

It didn’t take long for Elon Musk to respond. Within hours of the segment airing, Musk took to his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), posting a statement that was both fiery and direct: “Mocking a 4-year-old child on national television is disgraceful and cowardly. @TheView should be ashamed. I demand an immediate apology—not just to my son, but to every parent watching.”

The tweet rapidly gained traction, amassing millions of views, shares, and comments. Supporters of Musk came out in full force, accusing The View of crossing a line that should never be crossed: dragging an innocent child into the ruthless world of adult political and social commentary.

Some well-known public figures chimed in, supporting Musk’s call for accountability. Others, including media analysts, pointed out that such behavior from major TV personalities could set a dangerous precedent, normalizing the targeting of public figures’ families for the sake of ratings or cheap laughs.

The following day, all eyes were on The View to see how they would handle the mounting backlash. Would Whoopi Goldberg or the show issue an apology? Would they acknowledge they went too far?

Instead, what audiences received was a tepid, ambiguous statement delivered by the show’s producers, read aloud briefly during a transition between topics: “We understand that our recent comments about Elon Musk’s family have generated strong reactions. The View has always stood for open conversation and satire. While we may push boundaries, our intent is never to cause harm. We move forward with love and humor.”

No direct apology. No mention of the child by name. No remorse from the co-hosts themselves.

This vague statement did little to calm the firestorm. In fact, it did the opposite. The internet erupted again—this time not just in defense of Musk, but in condemnation of what many saw as arrogance and lack of accountability from the daytime show.

Within hours, hashtags like #BoycottTheView, #ApologizeToX, and #FireWhoopi began trending across social media. Thousands of parents shared their thoughts, with many voicing concern over how a national TV platform would consider it acceptable to mock a toddler’s name—and by extension, their identity.

“It’s not about Elon Musk. It’s about respecting children. Period,” one mother tweeted. “My kid has a unique name too. Should I be worried a TV show will laugh at them next?”

Petitions quickly emerged demanding a public apology from Whoopi Goldberg specifically, with some even calling for her resignation. Others, however, stood by the show’s right to free speech and satire, arguing that Musk’s immense power and influence make any aspect of his life fair game.

But the deeper issue remains: where is the line? When does commentary become cruelty? And are children of public figures really fair targets?

In response to The View’s statement, Musk once again took to X and didn’t hold back: “What a cowardly non-apology. Hiding behind ‘satire’ to mock a child? That’s the lowest of the low. This isn’t over.”

This time, he hinted at possible legal action or leveraging his massive influence to demand changes in how major media handles sensitive topics. Sources close to Musk say he’s considering options—possibly rallying advertisers or launching a broader public awareness campaign to hold shows accountable for content that targets minors.

This incident has done more than just pit Musk against a group of daytime TV hosts. It’s reignited a national conversation about the role of media, the ethics of public discourse, and how children should be protected from becoming pawns in adult conflicts.

Some argue that Musk is using the incident to paint himself as a victim and rally support, while others see a father simply defending his child from what they perceive as mean-spirited ridicule.

Regardless of where one stands, the situation has cast a spotlight on a show that’s no stranger to controversy—and a billionaire who refuses to back down when it comes to protecting his family.

As the dust settles, one thing remains clear: this story isn’t going away anytime soon. And as media, celebrities, and viewers weigh in, it may very well redefine the boundaries of public commentary in a deeply divided age.