'Terrible Human Being': Elon Musk's Controversial Father, Errol

Feb 20, 2025 | Errol Musk is a South African engineer, pilot, and property developer, but he’s best known as the father of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk. From his early success in real estate and mining—reportedly owning shares in an emerald mine—to his complicated relationship with Elon, Errol’s life has been filled with both achievements and controversies.

Despite his engineering background, Elon has described their relationship as difficult, even calling his father "a terrible human being." Over the years, tensions grew between them, especially after shocking revelations about Errol’s personal life, including fathering children with his stepdaughter.

In this video, we dive into the complex story of Errol Musk and his impact on Elon’s journey to becoming the world’s richest man.