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Maye Musk

Maye Musk is a Canadian-born model and dietitian.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Maye Musk is a Canadian-born model, dietitian, author, and public speaker. She is known as the mother of Elon Musk, Kimbal Musk, and Tosca Musk. Musk has held Canadian, South African, and American citizenship.

Early life

Maye Musk was born Maye Haldeman on April 19, 1948, in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. She later lived in South Africa and holds Canadian, South African, and American citizenship.

Modeling career

Musk has worked as a model for many years and is widely known for continuing her modeling career later in life. She has been described as CoverGirl’s oldest spokesmodel and became the oldest model to appear on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

Dietetics and public speaking

In addition to modeling, Musk is a registered dietitian and has worked as a nutrition professional. She is also a speaker and author focused on healthy living, aging, and related topics.

Family

Musk is the mother of entrepreneur Elon Musk, restaurateur Kimbal Musk, and filmmaker Tosca Musk. Her family background is often noted in biographical coverage of her life and career.

Key facts

  • Born in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, in 1948.
  • Worked as a model for decades and is a longtime fashion model.
  • Is a registered dietitian and nutrition professional.
  • Mother of Elon Musk, Kimbal Musk, and Tosca Musk.
  • Published a memoir in 2021 titled A Woman Makes a Plan.
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Canadian context

Maye Musk was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, making her a Canadian-born public figure with a long international career in modelling and nutrition.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Maye Musk?
Maye Musk is a Canadian-born model, dietitian, author, and public speaker. She is also the mother of Elon Musk, Kimbal Musk, and Tosca Musk.
Where was Maye Musk born?
She was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada.
What is Maye Musk known for?
She is known for her modeling career, her work as a dietitian, and being the mother of Elon Musk.
What citizenships does Maye Musk hold?
Sources identify her as holding Canadian, South African, and American citizenship.
Has Maye Musk written a book?
Yes. Sources state that she published a memoir in 2021 titled A Woman Makes a Plan.
Was Maye Musk a Sports Illustrated cover model?
Yes. Sources say she became the oldest model to appear on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maye_Musk
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, and family relationships.
  2. German Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maye_Musk
    Supports: Canadian-South African-American identity, modeling career, and CoverGirl note.
  3. People — https://www.people.com/all-about-elon-musk-mother-maye-musk-7502182
    Supports: Biography summary, modeling, dietetics, memoir, and family relationships.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5717619/bio/
    Supports: Birthplace, family, model/dietitian occupation, and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover claim.
  5. Town & Country — https://www.townandcountrymag.com/style/a18205769/maye-musk-facts/
    Supports: Birthplace, family background, and CoverGirl spokesmodel claim.