Although Elon Musk has never been known for being shy or reserved, there are certain aspects of his life that the tech billionaire has preferred to keep private. However, as his estranged daughter continues to speak out, more personal details about Musk’s life and interactions are coming to light from an unexpected source.

Vivian Wilson, formerly known as Xavier Musk, has been publicly vocal about her strained relationship with her father. In the past, she has openly criticized Musk for what she described as “fascist gestures,” made jokes about not knowing how many siblings she has, and clapped back at Musk’s controversial statement claiming she was “dead” to him after transitioning.

Recently, during a candid interview with Hasan Piker, Wilson discussed one of her last interactions with Musk, shedding light on his stance during the COVID-19 pandemic. She recalled a bizarre moment when Musk sent her a GIF in response to her urging him to wear a mask during the height of the pandemic.

“One of our last interactions was an argument about wearing a damn mask,” Wilson said. “I told him he needed to wear a mask, and he sent me this GIF of a sheep and told me to stop being a sheep.”

Piker, amused by the anecdote, joked, “So he communicates with you through 9GAG memes?”

Wilson described the exchange as “cringe-worthy” and suggested that COVID-19 had played a significant role in shifting Musk’s political views to the right.

“I think COVID is what really pushed him towards the right-wing,” she stated.

She also addressed a widely held belief that her transition was a catalyst for Musk’s increasingly right-wing rhetoric, a narrative she finds absurd.

“People seem to think we’re living in some kind of tragic novel,” she said. “Like, this is his dramatic origin story. But no, that’s not how this works. This isn’t a novel, so grow up. I’m not the reason he became a fascist.”

Musk has been a polarizing figure in discussions surrounding COVID-19. Although he has stated that he is not against vaccines, he has been accused of spreading conspiracy theories and misinformation about them. Initially, he declared he would not get vaccinated and continued to resist mandates requiring all workers to be vaccinated—mandates that were ultimately struck down by courts before they could be enforced.

Despite his initial resistance, Musk eventually did receive the vaccine but later claimed that it nearly sent him to the hospital. Additionally, he has consistently expressed disdain for mask mandates, an attitude that seemingly extended into his personal interactions, as evidenced by his exchange with Wilson.

Wilson’s interview with Piker further solidifies the growing public knowledge of the fractured relationship between Musk and his daughter. Their estrangement became public knowledge when Wilson, upon turning 18, legally changed her name and gender, explicitly stating that she wanted nothing to do with her father. Since then, she has remained critical of him, frequently calling out his behavior and ideological stances.

Musk’s own comments about Wilson have sparked controversy. He has suggested that she was brainwashed by “woke” ideology and claimed that elite schools and universities are to blame for turning young people against their parents. His remarks on parent-child estrangement, particularly in the context of his own family, have fueled ongoing debates about his views on social and political issues.

Beyond his family drama, Musk’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic was widely scrutinized. During the pandemic, he repeatedly downplayed the severity of the virus, reopened Tesla’s California factory in defiance of public health orders, and posted misleading information about COVID treatments and statistics on social media. His resistance to safety measures like mask-wearing and vaccine mandates was well-documented and aligned with broader right-wing skepticism towards pandemic restrictions.

The revelation of Musk’s sheep GIF response to Wilson adds another layer to his complex and often controversial persona. It highlights his apparent rejection of mainstream COVID-19 precautions and aligns with his broader skepticism toward government and institutional authority.

While Wilson’s latest comments may not come as a surprise to those familiar with her ongoing criticisms of her father, they provide further insight into the personal and ideological divide between them. Her remarks also resonate with those who have followed Musk’s political evolution in recent years, especially as he continues to champion free speech absolutism, criticize progressive policies, and position himself against what he refers to as “woke” culture.

Despite their estrangement, Musk has occasionally alluded to Wilson in interviews and social media posts, often in a way that paints their falling-out as a product of ideological brainwashing rather than a personal or familial rift. Wilson, on the other hand, has made it clear that her separation from Musk is both intentional and permanent.

As Musk continues to make headlines for his business ventures, political stances, and outspoken social media presence, Wilson’s willingness to speak publicly about their relationship ensures that another side of his story remains in the public eye. Her revelations add to the ongoing discourse about Musk’s personal life, his ideological trajectory, and the broader cultural battles that he has found himself at the center of.

For now, Musk remains one of the most influential and polarizing figures in tech, business, and media. Meanwhile, Wilson’s voice continues to challenge the public narrative about him, offering a perspective that stands in stark contrast to the image that Musk himself projects. Whether or not Musk will ever respond directly to her latest remarks remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: their relationship is far from reconciliation.