Elon Musk recently sparked online speculation after a photo showing him with an enlarged chest and stomach went viral. Many wondered if he had developed “barrel chest,” a condition linked to lung issues, but the image was later revealed to be digitally altered. The manipulated photo originated from a 2024 SpaceX video, where an unknown user exaggerated Musk’s body features, creating a misleading narrative about his health. Despite the viral attention,
Musk has remained mostly silent on the matter. This isn’t the first time his body has been publicly scrutinized, as he’s previously faced body-shaming over vacation photos. Musk has also been open about his diet and weight loss journey, which includes intermittent fasting and using the drug Wegovy to manage his weight. Despite the ongoing public attention, Musk seems to take it all in stride.
