Musk Blasts Oscars as 'Perverts in a Circle Jerk'

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Elon Musk is drawing attention online after blasting the Academy Awards in a blunt social media response that quickly went viral. The billionaire entrepreneur responded to a user on X who said they refused to watch the Oscars this year, replying by calling the ceremony 'just a bunch of perverts in a circle jerk,' a remark that rapidly spread across social media.

Why it matters

Musk has frequently used his X account to weigh in on cultural and political issues, often in provocative or sarcastic terms. His latest jab at the Oscars comes amid broader criticism from some commentators who argue the ceremony has become increasingly political or disconnected from mainstream audiences.

The details

The comment quickly gained traction on the platform, racking up more than 38,000 likes within hours and prompting widespread debate among users about Hollywood, the awards show, and Musk's ongoing criticism of entertainment industry culture. Supporters of Musk praised the comment as a blunt critique of Hollywood, while critics argued the language was unnecessarily inflammatory. The Academy has not publicly responded to Musk's remarks.

• Musk's comment was posted on X on March 16, 2026.

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