Tesla CEO Elon Musk has publicly criticized comedian Jimmy Kimmel following jokes made on Kimmel's late-night show about Tesla. Kimmel's comments referenced recent incidents of vandalism against Tesla vehicles, as well as the company's stock performance. During his show, Kimmel appeared to sarcastically downplay the vandalism, which sparked backlash from Tesla supporters.
Musk responded to the segment on X, formerly Twitter, calling Kimmel an "unfunny jerk." The exchange underscores the often-strained relationship between Musk and some members of the media. Musk has previously accused media outlets of biased or negative coverage of Tesla.
The incident has ignited discussion on social media, with some defending Kimmel's right to comedic commentary and others supporting Musk's criticism of what they perceive as insensitive jokes about vandalism and company performance. The back-and-forth between Musk and Kimmel serves as a reminder of the power of social media in shaping public discourse and influencing brand perception.
Elon Musk Slams Jimmy Kimmel After Tesla Vandalism Jokes
Elon Musk criticized Jimmy Kimmel after the late-night host made light of recent vandalism incidents targeting Tesla vehicles. Kimmel joked about Tesla's stock performance and the attacks during his show. Musk responded on social media, calling Kimmel an "unfunny jerk." The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between Musk and some media figures regarding Tesla's coverage.