Elon Musk, the tech mogul and current head of X (formerly Twitter), is once again at the center of controversy, but this time the drama involves one of the most iconic stars in entertainment: Jennifer Lopez. In an unexpected turn, Musk’s decisions have generated a series of events that many say have negatively affected JLo’s career in a surprisingly fast way.
It all started with a series of posts on X that promoted controversial content related to Jennifer Lopez, from criticism of her music career to conspiracy theories about her collaborations with other celebrities. While at first it seemed to be typical social media noise, the situation quickly escalated when Musk, known for his direct interventions, commented on the issue in a sarcastic manner, further fueling the frenzy.
His comment, which alluded to a supposed “decline” in JLo’s relevance, was interpreted by many as a direct attack. Soon after, posts related to Jennifer Lopez began to gain traction on the platform, amplifying the negative impact on her public image.
Project cancellation: According to sources close to the industry, some of JLo’s recent deals, including an advertising campaign with a major luxury brand, were jeopardized following the controversy.
Social media criticism: The X-rated posts generated an avalanche of critical comments towards the artist, which affected her relationship with her fan base and the general public.
Media silence: Although Jennifer Lopez is known for addressing controversies with grace, this time she chose to remain silent, which left room for more speculation.
Elon Musk has proven to be an unpredictable character on social media. While his comments are usually related to technological or political topics, it is not uncommon to see him comment on public figures. In this case, his motivation could be related to his intention to keep X as a central platform for viral debates, even if it means generating controversies about renowned celebrities.