In a surprising turn of events, Whoopi Goldberg and her co-hosts of   The View   found themselves at the center of controversy after making what could be perceived as inappropriate and insensitive comments about Elo Musk’s 4-year-old son, X-A-12, during a live broadcast. The incident quickly escalated into a heated debate, with Musk himself quickly demanding an apology.

What happened on   The View  ?

During the segment discussing Musk’s recent media presence and his personal life, the conversation took an expectedly controversial turn, as the presenters began mocking his son’s name. The newspaper, led by Goldberg, joked about the boy’s name being so complex, with some commenting on what sounded like a “Wi-Fi password” or a “robot serial number.”

Co-hosts Joy Behar and Spply Hosti added fuel to the fire, laughing at the provocation and asking how a child with such a personality would handle school and social interactions. While the comments may have seemed lighthearted, many viewers took to social media to express their indignation, calling the segment disgusting and unnecessary.

Elop Mυsk responds quickly

It wasn’t long before the Tesla and SpaceX CEO responded. Musk, known for his leaked approach on social media, took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his disappointment, stating:

“Making fun of children, especially those too young to be considered or challenged, is beyond embarrassing. Whoopi Goldberg and   The View   should be ashamed.”

MŅsk then demanded an immediate apology, emphasizing that children should be off limits when it comes to public scrutiny and media ridicule.

Public reaction and divided opinions

The controversy quickly escalated into a controversial issue, with social media users split over their reactions. Many sided with Mosk and supported the show over what they considered the unnecessary focus on the child. Supporters argued that, regardless of Mosk’s personal views, ridiculing the child on public television was a mistake.

However, others have denied   The View  , claiming that public figures like Musk are often the subject of scrutiny for their coverage decisions. Some fans on the show argued that Musk himself had made his character’s name a public spectacle and that the hateful comments shouldn’t be equated with harassment.

Did   The View   apologize?

Despite the pressure,   The View   has not yet issued a formal apology. Whoopi Goldberg briefly addressed the negative reaction in a subsequent episode, stating:

This response only seemed to add fuel to the fire, as Musk doubled down on his criticism. Many of his supporters have already called for a boycott of   The View  , arguing that the show has a history of attacking public figures with whom it doesn’t agree.

The Broader Conversation: Media and Ethics

This controversy has sparked a broader debate about media ethics, celebrity privacy, and the boundaries of comedy. While public figures often expect scrutiny, the question remains: should their children be off limits?

Regardless of Musk’s stance and his comparison choices, this incident serves as a reminder of the power and responsibility of media personalities. It remains to be seen whether  The View   will address the issue further, but one thing is certain: this debate is far from over.

What are your thoughts? Should   The View   apologize or is it a mistake? Let’s share the comments!