Viral Photo of Elon Musk Causes a Stir – But Here’s the Truth Behind It
Elon Musk, one of the most talked-about figures of our time, recently became the subject of online chatter—not for his business ventures, but for his body.
A viral image showed the tech mogul with an enlarged stomach and chest, prompting rumors about his health.
The photo, however, was proven fake.
Manipulated from a 2024 YouTube video titled First Look Inside SpaceX’s Starfactory with Elon Musk, the altered image exaggerated Musk’s physique.
Despite fact-checkers confirming it as fake, the image spread rapidly on social media, sparking baseless speculation about conditions like “barrel chest,” often associated with lung issues.
This isn’t the first time Musk’s physique has made headlines.
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In 2022, shirtless vacation photos aboard a luxury yacht went viral, leading to body-shaming remarks.
Musk responded with humor, tweeting, “Haha damn, maybe I should take off my shirt more often … free the nip!”
In recent years, Musk has openly shared his health journey, shedding over 20 pounds through intermittent fasting and the weight-loss medication Wegovy.
While his diet—heavy on steak, sushi, and chocolate – often raises eyebrows, Musk takes it all in stride, even joking about eating donuts despite warnings against sugar.
From viral images to diet debates, Musk’s body remains a hot topic, even when rumors lack substance.
Whether it’s his business ventures or a fake photo, Elon Musk always manages to stay in the spotlight.
