In a surprising turn of events, Elon Musk, the tech billionaire and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has reportedly dismissed his longtime bodyguard of 15 years, raising questions and eyebrows across social media. The man, whose identity has not been officially disclosed, was a trusted figure in Musk’s inner security circle and had been seen accompanying Musk to numerous public events and court hearings.
Sources close to the matter claim the dismissal happened abruptly last week after an internal review of Musk’s personal security operations. While no official reason has been given, speculation ranges from personal disagreements to strategic restructuring of Musk’s increasingly complex security apparatus.
What shocked many even more than the firing itself was what Elon did next.
According to eyewitnesses and media outlets, Musk personally escorted his former bodyguard out of the building, shaking his hand and offering him what was described as a “very generous severance package.” But that’s not all – Musk also offered to fund a full startup venture for the former bodyguard, citing his loyalty and years of service as “worthy of investment.”
“He told him, ‘You protected me all these years. Now I want to protect your future,’” said a source familiar with the interaction.
The former guard has yet to make a public statement but was seen visibly emotional and respectful during the departure. New security personnel have already been spotted at Musk’s side, including what appears to be a larger tactical team, hinting at elevated security concerns or a broader shift in Musk’s personal protocols.
Fans and critics alike have taken to social media to express their reactions, with hashtags like #ElonBodyguard and #LoyaltyRewarded trending.
Whether Musk’s bold gesture was driven by genuine gratitude or strategic optics remains a matter of debate, but one thing is clear: when Elon makes a move, the world watches.
