Errol Musk, father of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, is at the center of controversy after a New York Times report alleged he sexually abused five of his children and stepchildren since 1993. The 79-year-old has strongly denied the claims, calling them “false” and “nonsense.” Amid the accusations, questions have resurfaced about his complex family life, which has often been a subject of public scrutiny.
Early life and background
Born on May 25, 1946 in Pretoria, South Africa, Errol Musk worked as an electromechanical engineer, consultant, and property developer. He was active in local politics, serving on the Pretoria City Council from 1972 to 1983. Over the decades, he accumulated wealth through property projects and dealings in emerald trading.
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