Elon Musk, the renowned entrepreneur and CEO of SpaceX, has emphatically rejected the notion of alien existence, declaring that his extensive space exploration endeavors have failed to reveal any evidence of their presence. In response to a question posed by Tucker Carlson, who suggested that aliens have visited Earth in the past and may even reside beneath our oceans and underground, Musk firmly stated, “I have seen no evidence for aliens and, with 6000 satellites orbiting Earth, I think I would know.” This declaration is not the first time Musk has publicly dismissed the idea of extraterrestrial life. In June 2018, he responded to a post on Twitter, stating that “it is unknown whether we are the only civilization currently alive in the observable universe.”
Musk’s extensive involvement in the space industry further supports his assertion. Through SpaceX, he has launched thousands of Starlink satellites into orbit, providing a comprehensive view of our planet and its surroundings. Additionally, SpaceX has signed a contract with the United States military to launch rockets and satellites, further expanding Musk’s reach into space exploration. With plans to deploy up to 42,000 Starlink satellites, Musk’s commitment to space exploration remains unparalleled.
As one of the most successful entrepreneurs of our time, Musk’s influence extends beyond his ventures in space. He is also the founder of Tesla, an electric vehicle giant, as well as Neuralink, a neurotechnology company, and xAI, an artificial intelligence startup. His expertise in these fields further informs his perspective on the existence of alien life.
