Grimes Distances From Elon Musk Amid Salute Controversy

Grimes, the Canadian musician and ex-partner of Elon Musk, addressed the backlash surrounding Musk's controversial gesture during Donald Trump's inauguration, which many interpreted as a Nazi salute. In her response to fans on social media, Grimes emphasized that she was unaware of the incident until recently and condemned the idea of being held accountable for her ex's actions. She stated, 'I am not him. I will not make a statement every time he does something,' while also prioritizing the wellbeing of their three children. Grimes expressed concern over the unhealthy outrage directed at her, noting it was absurd to be 'canceled for something their ex did before they even heard it happened.' Additionally, she confirmed her stance against Nazi-ism and the far alt-right, seeking to clarify her position amidst the controversy. Musk, for his part, dismissed the backlash, suggesting that critics needed better strategies than equating him with Hitler.