Elon Musk has once again sparked intense online debate, this time over his unconventional haircut. A picture of the billionaire businessman sporting a bold new look has gone viral, with some internet users drawing comparisons to historical figures such as Adolf Hitler and North Korea’s Kim Jong-un.
While many speculated that Musk had debuted the hairstyle recently, it turns out the photo actually dates back to 2021, when the Tesla CEO reportedly gave himself the unique undercut. However, the image resurfaced earlier this week and quickly garnered millions of views, reigniting discussions about his distinctive style.
The reactions to Musk’s haircut have been mixed, with some Twitter users humorously pointing out its resemblance to Hitler’s iconic hairstyle. One user posted side-by-side images of both, jokingly commenting, “Elon’s barber was like, ‘POINT TO WHAT YOU WANT!’” Others joined in, adding that the look evoked comparisons to Kim Jong-un, with one user writing, “I did not have Elon going with the full Kim Jong Un haircut on my bingo card.”
The jokes didn’t stop there, with some users suggesting the look was reminiscent of 90s Depeche Mode or a Wehrmacht soldier’s hairstyle. Another user humorously brought up Zorg, the villain from The Fifth Element, commenting, “Zorg was way cooler than Elon, come on man.”
Despite the playful comments, the origin of the haircut lies in 2021 when Musk shared with his followers that he had cut his hair himself. A fan page, Tesla Silicon Valley Club, had posted a photo of Musk from a Wall Street Journal CEO Council event, praising his appearance. Musk quickly responded with a self-deprecating tweet, saying, “Did it myself.”
The tech mogul’s hair has been a recurring topic of conversation over the years, with observers noting his hairline’s changes. Musk has even joked about the impact his growing wealth has had on his hair, commenting, “What’s amazing is how net worth makes your hair grow,” in response to a post documenting his hair growth journey.
While the internet continues to buzz with commentary on his haircut, Elon Musk remains in the headlines for various reasons, from his involvement in government efficiency initiatives to Tesla’s expansion into new markets. But for now, it’s his hair that’s taking center stage.
