Ashley St. Clair, a former conservative influencer who shares a child with Elon Musk, speaks out about her relationship with the billionaire and an alleged multimillion-dollar nondisclosure agreement in filmmaker Alex Gibney’s documentary, simply titled Musk. The nearly four-hour film opened in select theaters on Friday, October 9, 2026, putting the spotlight on Musk’s private life and his expanding family.
St. Clair, 28, gained major attention when she revealed that she turned down a $40 million NDA offered by the Tesla and X founder. Speaking at a press conference tied to the project, she explained her reasoning behind refusing the payout to ensure her voice remained uncompromised.
Rejecting a $40 Million NDA for Truth Over Comfort
According to St. Clair, the decision to decline the substantial financial settlement forced her to evaluate the true cost of silence. She and Musk share a son, Romulus, born in September 2024.
"I was offered the opportunity not to speak for $40 million. And so, when you’re offered something like that, it really causes a debate in your head about what your speech means and how valuable that is," St. Clair stated during a promotional event. "And why do they want to offer me this amount of money to not speak?"
She emphasized that her primary motivation for participating in Gibney’s project was setting an ethical baseline for her children. "Most importantly, I want to set the example for my kids that we should never take being materially comfortable over speaking the truth," she added.
Inside Alex Gibney’s Deep Dive Documentary
The documentary Musk offers a comprehensive look at the billionaire’s personal and professional empire, including his reported desire to have a large family. St. Clair first crossed paths with Musk in 2023 when she contacted him through X, a platform where she built a following of over one million users through political commentary.
During the press conference, St. Clair also reflected on her past political affiliations, noting that she entered Republican politics at age 18 after meeting conservative figure Charlie Kirk. She acknowledged past shortcomings within those circles, stating that ignorance does not excuse involvement, and expressed hope that speaking out now would help correct the record.
Perspectives on Elon Musk’s Character
Throughout the documentary press circuit, St. Clair offered a mixed assessment of Musk’s personality. She alleged that the businessman "consciously rejects empathy" in certain contexts, choosing not to put himself in other people’s shoes despite having the capacity to do so.
However, she balanced her critique by acknowledging his positive attributes, noting, "I think there are good qualities in him. I have to think that because I hope that my son got every single one of the good ones."
As Musk continues its theatrical run, the project brings renewed public focus to the intersection of the tech mogul’s massive influence and his complex personal relationships.
