The music and tech worlds are abuzz this week as Elon Musk's former partner, the singer Grimes, appears to have joined the professional networking platform LinkedIn. This move comes years after she claimed the billionaire left her close to bankruptcy due to protracted legal battles over their children.
Grimes' LinkedIn Profile Raises Eyebrows Online
A profile claiming to be that of the 38-year-old artist, whose real name is Claire Boucher, surfaced on LinkedIn, described as a platform for professional networking and career development. In her biography, Boucher portrays herself as an award-winning music video director, music writer, artist, engineer, singer-songwriter, and inventor. Her profile details her musical journey, from her 2010 debut album Geidi Primes to her 2015 commercial breakthrough with Art Angels.
Professional Skills and CEO Title Listed
Boucher lists herself as the CEO of the Los Angeles-based company Media Empire. Her top skills include music production, video production, songwriting, illustration, and art direction. This professional presentation has sparked widespread discussion on social media, particularly given her high-profile past relationship with Musk, the wealthiest man on the planet.
On X, formerly Twitter, users have been quick to comment. One asked if Boucher's appearance on LinkedIn could be a 'recession indicator,' suggesting economic downturns might drive even celebrities to seek work. Another wrote, 'She needs a job,' while a third added, 'Claire Boucher eager to work.' A fourth user noted, 'No longer with the richest man. Has to seek work.' The Daily Mail has reached out to Boucher for comment on the profile.
Background of Custody Disputes with Elon Musk
Boucher shares three children with Musk, 54, the founder of Tesla and SpaceX: X Æ A-12, Dark Sideræl, and Techno Mechanicus. In 2023, she sued Musk over parental rights in a California court, with Musk allegedly seeking to keep the hearing closed and documents sealed. In November 2024, Boucher revealed she had been in a year-long custody battle, during which she claimed not to have seen one of her children for five months.
Legal Battles and Financial Strain
Musk sued for custody in Texas, where his businesses are headquartered, leading Boucher to counter-sue in California with a 'petition to establish parental relationship,' a common step for unmarried parents in custody cases. She alleged that Musk withheld access to their children and prevented visits with their terminally ill maternal grandmother. A Travis County Clerk confirmed the Texas dispute was settled but provided no further details.
Boucher has stated that the legal ordeal nearly left her bankrupt and unable to produce new music. She has also publicly feuded with Musk, who has 11 other children, over her desire to keep their children out of the public eye. This context adds a layer of intrigue to her LinkedIn presence, as it highlights her ongoing efforts to establish independence and professional identity amid personal and financial challenges.
