In a tragic incident that has shaken the internet, 5-year-old X Æ A-Xii, the son of Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, is currently on life support at a Texas hospital after suffering a severe yellowjacket attack, officials confirmed late Thursday.
According to authorities, the young boy accidentally ran over a yellowjacket nest while riding his electric toy car near the family’s private residence in rural Texas. Witnesses say that within seconds, a swarm of over 150 yellowjackets descended upon him, stinging him repeatedly before anyone could intervene.
Emergency services responded within minutes, but the severity of the stings had already led to anaphylactic shock and respiratory failure, doctors reported. X Æ A-Xii was transported by ambulance to Dell Children’s Medical Center in Austin, where he remains in critical condition, sedated and on mechanical ventilation.
“This was one of the most aggressive yellowjacket attacks we’ve seen in years,” said Dr. Laura Nguyen, the lead ER physician. “We’re doing everything possible to stabilize him.”
Viral Moment: Elon Musk Covered in Stings, Carrying His Son
The story took an even more emotional turn when a cellphone video surfaced online showing a tearful Elon Musk sprinting into the emergency room shirtless and visibly stung, carrying the limp body of his son. The footage shows Musk shouting to hospital staff:
“Please help him! Don’t let my boy die!”
The video, now with over 42 million views on X (formerly Twitter), has sparked an outpouring of support, concern, and debate.
Many online expressed heartbreak, including celebrities and public figures.
Grimes, the boy’s mother, shared a black image with the caption:
“My baby. Please pull through. I love you.”
Medical Update: Condition “Extremely Critical”
As of this morning, hospital spokespersons report that X Æ A-Xii is “extremely critical but stable”, meaning that while his vital signs are being supported artificially, there has been no significant deterioration or improvement in the last 12 hours.
Doctors say recovery will depend on how his body responds over the next 48–72 hours. Musk and Grimes are reportedly at his bedside, refusing to leave the pediatric ICU.
What Are Yellowjackets and Why Are They So Dangerous?
Unlike bees, yellowjackets do not lose their stinger and can sting multiple times, releasing venom that can trigger deadly allergic reactions — especially in children. The insects are known to become especially aggressive during summer months when their colonies are at peak population.
“These types of attacks are rare but potentially fatal,” said entomologist Dr. Marcus Reed. “They defend their nests with incredible ferocity.”
Public Reactions
Fans and critics alike have taken to social media to show support, while some have reignited discussions around pediatric safety, wealth and preparedness, and even Elon Musk’s parenting choices.
A GoFundMe started by fans titled “Prayers for Little X” has raised over $2.2 million, though the Musk family has declined donations.
This is a developing story.
💔 Our thoughts are with X Æ A-Xii, Elon Musk, and their family during this unimaginably difficult time.
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