Jennifer Lopez to Elon Musk: Celebrities who have transgender or nonbinary children

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Jennifer Lopez to Elon Musk: Celebrities who have transgender or nonbinary children

Public conversations about gender identity have once again moved to centre stage after a recent online clash between Elon Musk and California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office.

The dispute erupted when Newsom’s press team referred to Musk’s transgender child as a daughter, prompting Musk to respond publicly that he has a son named Xavier and accusing political leaders of exploiting deeply personal family matters. The exchange highlighted how intensely politicised such issues have become. But Musk is far from alone.
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From Hollywood to professional sports, many celebrities have spoken in very different ways about having transgender, nonbinary or gender-diverse children.

Some have embraced advocacy, others have prioritised privacy, and some have faced criticism or controversy, underscoring how varied parental responses can be even at the highest levels of fame.

Elon Musk has one of the most publicly contentious cases. His child, Vivian Jenna Wilson, legally changed her name and gender in 2022 and distanced herself from him.

Musk has since described her transition as being influenced by what he calls a “woke mind virus”, a phrase that has drawn widespread criticism.

Vivian has publicly rejected his characterisation. Unlike most other celebrities on this list, Musk has framed the situation in political and ideological terms, making it part of a broader cultural debate rather than a private family matter

Jennifer Lopez has spoken publicly about her child Emme, who has described themselves as nonbinary. Lopez has used inclusive language in interviews and public appearances, emphasising love, pride and respect rather than labels
Jennifer Lopez appears on the red carpet of the film premiere with her child  who has been declared gender-indeterminate - Telegraph
She has also been careful not to overexpose her child, keeping discussions focused on acceptance rather than advocacy or controversy.

Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle UnionFormer NBA star Dwyane Wade, along with his wife Gabrielle Union, has been one of the most vocal supporters of a transgender child in public life.

Their daughter Zaya Wade came out as transgender several years ago. Wade has spoken openly about educating himself, listening to his child and prioritising her safety and wellbeing, particularly amid political debates around transgender youth in the US