The Rumor That Rocked the Crypto Community
In December 2024, a sudden unfollow from Elon Musk on X (formerly Twitter) triggered wild chatter. Crypto reporter Tiffany Fong, known for her sharp takes, was at the center of a viral joke: “Tiffany Fong pregnant with Elon Musk’s 17th child.” The quip spread early in 2025. Fong denied it at once. “As far as I know, I am not pregnant,” she tweeted. She added they had never met.
Musk’s ‘Baby’ Proposal and Fong’s Response
A Wall Street Journal report soon revealed more. Musk had privately messaged Fong late last year. He asked if she would consider having his child. Flattered but wary, Fong said no. She feared public backlash. She wanted a normal family life, not tabloid drama.
Fong confided in fellow creator Ashley St. Clair about the DM. When Musk learned of that, he unfollowed her permanently. The fallout was swift and severe:
- Engagement dropped: Her posts lost traction almost overnight.
- Revenue plunged: X earnings, once thousands per month, dwindled.
- Follower growth stalled: New followers slowed, and some even unfollowed.
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Who Is Tiffany Fong?
Tiffany Fong calls herself a “reluctant crypto journalist.” She holds a communications degree from USC (2017). She entered crypto during the COVID‑19 pandemic. Early on, she invested $200,000 in Celsius Network. When Celsius went bankrupt in 2022, Fong’s viral video “Celsius Network: I LOST $200,000” racked up over 85,000 views.
Her coverage of the 2022 FTX collapse cemented her reputation. She interviewed Sam Bankman‑Fried under house arrest. SBF even handed her 200 pages of private documents. These included Caroline Ellison’s notes and draft tweets. Fong shared some with The New York Times, influencing the trial’s narrative.
Key stats:
- YouTube subscribers: 48,000
- X followers: 335,000
- Viral views: 85,000+ on her Celsius video
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Amid Musk’s Rumored Relationships
Fong was not the only woman linked to Musk in late 2024. Ashley St. Clair claimed to carry his child, making headlines of her own. Shivon Zilis also attracted attention after news of her twins. Yet Fong’s story stands out. She turned down a personal request from the world’s richest man—and faced real consequences on her platform.
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Looking Ahead for Tiffany Fong
Despite the setback, Fong remains focused on crypto journalism. She plans to rebuild her engagement and revenue. Her expertise—rooted in deep coverage of Celsius, FTX, and beyond—keeps her in demand. As she continues her work, Fong’s story highlights the risks and rewards of life in the public eye.
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