Elon Musk’s Viral Haircut: Internet Compares It To Hitler, Kim Jong-un, And Zorg | See For Yourself

A picture of billionaire businessperson Elon Musk has been making waves on social media, showing him with an unusual haircut. While many assumed it to be a recent change, reports suggest that the image dates back to 2021, when Musk reportedly gave himself the haircut. Despite this, the photo has resurfaced and is once again drawing attention online.

Several images of Musk's haircut from different angles have been shared widely, some even garnering millions of views. However, it is the internet's reaction that has made the topic even more intriguing.

Many social media users have compared his hairstyle to that of historical and pop culture figures. Some likened it to Adolf Hitler's distinctive look, while others mentioned North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. One user shared images of Hitler's hairstyle, joking, "Elon's barber was like 'POINT TO WHAT YOU WANT!'" Another comment read, "I did not expect Elon to go for the full Kim Jong Un look," while someone else compared his style to a mix of "Kim Jong Un, Hitler, and 90s Depeche Mode." Others even linked it to the character Zorg, played by Gary Oldman in The Fifth Element.

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— mr pussy (@mrpxssy) March 4, 2025

The viral photo, however, is said to be from 2021, when Musk attended The Wall Street Journal's CEO Council event. A fan page, Tesla Silicon Valley Club, shared the image at the time, praising his look. In response, Musk himself confirmed, "Did it myself."

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Elons barber: POINT TO WHAT NUMBER YOU WANT! https://t.co/Pg45tBXH9j pic.twitter.com/gxBgvFwcAg

— Dimitry Yakoushkin (@decadimitry) March 5, 2025

Nice haircut @elonmusk pic.twitter.com/HYAbgvMWYH

— Tesla Owners Silicon Valley (@teslaownersSV) December 7, 2021

Discussions about Musk's hair are not new. Over the years, observers have noted changes in his hairline, with many speculating about hair restoration treatments. The 53-year-old has even joked about it, once commenting, "What's amazing is how net worth makes your hair grow."

What’s amazing is how net worth makes you hair grow 😂 https://t.co/ByHh0ifvpU

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 22, 2024

Apart from his viral haircut, Musk remains in the spotlight for various reasons, including Tesla's entry into the Indian market, his political remarks, and his involvement in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).