Kimbal Musk: The Enigmatic Billionaire in a Cowboy Hat

Kimbal Musk (52 years old) is a name that doesn’t resonate as loudly in the media as his older brother Elon’s, but the owner of a $700 million fortune deserves special attention. Most of his wealth comes from owning 0.04% of Tesla shares. Kimbal Musk is known for his active civic stance, which he demonstrated in a recent social media post on X, where he criticized the current administration’s economic policies.

Two sides of the same coin: personal criticism and family love

In his recent statement, Kimbal Musk did not shy away from politics or even his own brother. He wrote that the president’s tariff policies create a “structural and permanent tax on American consumers.” Although there are differences in opinions between the brothers, family ties remain strong — the Musks are known for their deep attachment to each other, despite apparent disagreements.

Similarities and differences: a portrait of brotherly duality

Both brothers were born in Pretoria, and nature generously endowed them with common features. Square jaws, straight noses, green eyes — all of these unite them. Additionally, both hold citizenship in three countries: South Africa, Canada, and the United States. However, it is the younger brother, unlike Elon, co-founder of OpenAI, who has developed his own style — an unchanging cowboy hat has become his signature and symbol of independence.

From the shadow of violence to the heights of success: the Musk family story

The childhood of the brothers, as well as their sister Tosca (50), was overshadowed by family violence from their father. This tragic circumstance prompted their mother, Maye (76), to decide to divorce in 1979. The family first moved to Canada, then to the United States, where the Musk brothers’ entrepreneurial story was just beginning.

Kimbal Musk, along with Elon, founded Zip2, an innovative startup specializing in developing business software for the internet. Their efforts were generously rewarded: in 1999, they sold Zip2 to Compaq for an impressive $307 million. This event marked a turning point that paved the way for the future successes of both entrepreneurs.