In a revelation that’s blending Hollywood glamour with Silicon Valley innovation, Elon Musk and actress Natasha Bassett have announced they’re expecting their first child together. The couple, who’ve kept their rekindled romance largely private, shared the joyful news on social media, capping it off with a baby name that’s as celestial as Musk’s SpaceX ambitions: Nova Aurora Musk.

The announcement, posted late Wednesday on X (formerly Twitter), has already amassed millions of views, likes, and shares, propelling #NovaAuroraMusk to the top of global trends. Musk, 54, shared a black-and-white ultrasound image captioned: “Our little star is on the way. Nova Aurora – a burst of light in the northern sky, just like her mom.” Bassett, 31, followed with a heartfelt post: “Explosive love under the stars. Due April 2026, aligning with @SpaceX’s next big leap. Can’t wait for her to rocket through life.”

A Relationship Rooted in Stars and Screens

Musk and Bassett first sparked dating rumors in early 2022, when the Australian-born actress was spotted stepping off his private jet in Los Angeles. Their connection reportedly began at a SpaceX launch event, where Bassett – known for her roles in House of Gucci, The Astronaut, and Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis – bonded with the Tesla CEO over shared interests in storytelling and exploration. Though they’ve navigated an on-again, off-again dynamic amid Musk’s high-profile life and his 12 existing children from previous relationships, sources close to the couple say this pregnancy marks a committed new chapter.

“We met under the stars, and now we’re adding one more,” Bassett told Vanity Fair in an exclusive interview released alongside the announcement. The couple underwent IVF treatments following Bassett’s fertility challenges in 2024, a journey Musk described as “humbling and hopeful.” He added, “Natasha’s my North Star – grounded, brilliant, and full of lig

The Name That’s Capturing Hearts (and Sparking Debates)

True to Musk’s penchant for unconventional monikers – think X Æ A-Xii or Exa Dark Sideræl – Nova Aurora draws from astrophysics and natural wonders. “Nova” evokes a stellar explosion of energy, while “Aurora” nods to the ethereal northern lights, symbolizing the couple’s “explosive love” and their stargazing dates. Fans are obsessed, with one X user tweeting: “Nova Aurora Musk? Elon’s building a dynasty of dreamers! ” The post has over 500,000 likes.

Co-parents like musician Grimes (mother to three of Musk’s children) chimed in with a simple rocket emoji and “Congrats to the cosmic crew! ,” while Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis (mother to three more) liked the post and shared a heart emoji. Not everyone is on board, though – some critics on Reddit and X have dubbed it “another Musk name salad,” questioning the trend toward “cosmic chaos” in baby naming. Still, supporters argue it’s “poetic perfection,” fitting for a family that’s all about pushing boundaries.

The due date – April 2026 – serendipitously coincides with a planned Starship test flight, prompting Musk to quip: “She’ll launch her own rocket someday.” Speculation is already rife about baby-themed innovations: a Neuralink-compatible mobile? A Tesla-powered bassinet?

Elon’s Growing Family Empire

This will be Musk’s 13th child, underscoring his vocal advocacy for pronatalism amid global population concerns. From his first marriage to author Justine Wilson (five children, one deceased) to partnerships with Grimes and Zilis, Musk’s family tree is as expansive as his business portfolio. Bassett, who has no children yet, has spoken openly about wanting a family, telling The Hollywood Reporter last year: “I adore kids – the chaos, the creativity. With Elon, it’s like scripting the future.”

As Tesla eyes a $1 trillion valuation milestone and xAI accelerates AI breakthroughs, this personal milestone humanizes the world’s richest man (net worth: $342 billion, per Forbes). “Family fuels the fire,” Musk posted. “Can’t save humanity without a little love in the mix.”

Fan Frenzy and What’s Next

Social media erupted within minutes of the reveal. Viral memes feature Photoshopped images of a baby in a spacesuit, captioned “Nova’s first EVA.” Search interest for “Elon Musk baby names” spiked 300%, while “Natasha Bassett pregnancy” trended worldwide. Celebrities from Ryan Gosling (Bassett’s La La Land co-star) to Chris Hemsworth piled on with congrats: “Aussie pride! Little Nova’s got the best godparents lined up. “

Looking ahead, the couple plans a low-key babymoon in New Zealand, Bassett’s home turf. Will Nova Aurora inspire a new SpaceX mission patch or a Hollywood biopic? One thing’s certain: in Musk’s orbit, every birth is a launchpad for wonder.