Elon Musk has once again found himself at the center of online controversy after responding to a viral post about actress Sydney Sweeney, leaving many social media users raising their eyebrows.
Sweeney, who has become one of Hollywood’s most in-demand stars in recent years, was the subject of attention after stepping out at a major red carpet event in Los Angeles. But while fans focused on her glamorous appearance, Musk’s reaction quickly shifted the conversation in a very different direction.
Sydney Sweeney Turns Heads at The Housemaid Premiere
On Monday night, the Euphoria and Anyone But You star attended the Los Angeles premiere of her upcoming film The Housemaid. Sweeney stunned photographers in a white dress featuring a sleek silhouette and a feathery hemline, drawing praise from fans and fashion watchers alike.
A short video shared by Variety showed the actress posing confidently on the red carpet, with many commenters applauding her elegant and classic look. However, the post also caught the attention of Musk, who decided to weigh in publicly.
Elon Musk’s Meme Response Raises Eyebrows
Rather than commenting on Sweeney’s outfit or the film, Musk replied to the post with an AI-generated meme. The image featured a large-breasted woman smiling under the caption “what it looks like,” followed by a second image showing an agitated spine labeled “how it feels.”
Musk added the caption “can’t be easy,” a remark many interpreted as a reference to Sweeney’s body. The billionaire’s comment quickly spread across X, sparking debate over whether the post was intended as a joke or crossed an uncomfortable line.
Health Reference Leaves Fans Confused
Some users noted that Musk may have been referencing real physical strain. According to the Cleveland Clinic, people with disproportionately large breasts can experience back, neck, and shoulder pain, among other symptoms.
Even so, many found it strange for one of the world’s most powerful men to publicly comment on a young actor’s body in that context, particularly on a post meant to highlight her professional work.
Social Media Reacts to Musk’s Comment
The response online was swift. Several users called out Musk directly, questioning why he felt the need to post the meme at all.
“Don’t you have a rocket to build or something?” one person wrote.
Another added: “She’s 30 years younger than you. Weird.”
Others joked that Musk may have forgotten he was posting from his main account, while some suggested the comment would have sparked far harsher backlash just a few years ago.
Not Everyone Thought It Was Offensive
Despite the criticism, some users defended Musk’s post, sharing their own experiences with back pain and body-related discomfort. A few even used the moment to call for better supportive clothing options.
One reply read: “The pain is real if you don’t have the right support.”
Another jokingly asked Musk if he could design a more comfortable bra.
As with many of Musk’s social media moments, the post has divided opinion – proving once again that nearly anything he says online is guaranteed to spark debate.