In a turning point that shook American social media, Elon Musk found himself at the center of a swirling controversy after released a scornful observation on the Beyoncé world pop icon. During a discussion in live streaming on the cultural influence of the celebrities, Musk jokingly called Beyoncé “overrated” and insinuated that his fame was more the result of marketing than true talent. The comment, albeit short, shook the Beyhive – the loyal fan of the singer – and sparked a digital storm.

Within a few minutes, the clip started circulating on Twitter (X), Instagram and Tiktok, with fans and celebrities who expressed their opinion. The controversy is quickly degenerated when Beyoncé herself responded boldly and unexpectedly. By publishing a concise but penetrating message on his official Instagram history, he wrote: “I prefer to be ‘overrated’ that neglected. Some of us shine without effort, others just tweet”. The post was widely interpreted as an arrow in Musk and immediately became viral.

Beyoncé’s supporters praised her elegant but incisive response, calling her “queen behavior” and applauding her ability to silence the criticisms elegantly. In the meantime, Elon Musk’s fans rushed to his defense, claiming that his comment had been extrapolated from the context and understood as an harmless joke. However, the online debate shows no sign of subsiding.

Public characters and influencers have also joined the conversation. The actress and activist Gabrielle Union tweeted: “Black women have always been chopped, yet we continue to be a leader and beat records. You keep the name of Beyoncé out of your mouth”. On the other hand, the conductor of the podcast Joe Rogan defended Musk, affirming: “People are all too sensitive today. Everyone is loyal target in a conversation”.

While the online clash between two of the most influential figures in their respective worlds rages, it raises wider questions about the culture of celebrities, the criticism and the limits of the public comment. Musk, known for his provocative presence on social media, has not yet released a declaration of follow-up or excuses, while Beyoncé remained silent by his initial response.

Despite the tension, one thing is clear: both Elon Musk and Beyoncé have once again shown their unparalleled ability to dominate the digital spotlight. It remains to be seen if the situation will appease or turn into a more public feud, but for now the fans of both sides are ready for what could be a long and dramatic race.