Is Elon Musk dating Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni? Tesla CEO comments on rumours on social media

After billionaire Elon Musk's effusive praise for Italian President Giorgia Meloni at the Atlantic Council Global Citizen Award ceremony in New York, social media users are speculating hints of coziness between the two.

Musk, while bestowing the award on Meloni, said it was an honor to present the accolade to “someone who is even more beautiful on the inside than she was on the outside.”

“She’s also someone who is authentic, honest, truthful — and that can’t always be said about politicians,” he added.

Meloni shared a clip of Musk's speech on her X account and wrote: “Thank you Elon” in Italian.

The video went viral sparking speculations of the two dating. Some social media users even claimed that Elon Musk has a “crush” on Giorgia Meloni, highlighting his nervousness around her.

Netizens also suggested that they would make a “cute and amazing” couple.

“Ok I am just gonna say it. Elon has a crush on you, he is so nervous presenting you with this award. I have never seen him that nervous before. I think you two would make a cute and amazing couple,” a user commented.

“Love is in the air,” another said.

“…. are we seeing a beautiful relationship unfold? I know I know - that seems childish,” another speculated.

“Giorgia Meloni and Elon Musk would make a great power couple!” a user rermarked. “Excellent couple of democrats!” another added.

“Do you think They’ll date?” Tesla club questioned while sharing a picture of the duo.

But what did Elon Musk have to say on the speculations?

Elon Musk, who caught the air of online speculations, was quick to clarify that he is not dating Giorgia Meloni.

“We are not dating,” he said in a reply to the Tesla club's post.

Musk's reply made the netizens sad, who then asked, “Why not, you clearly get along?” and shared video clips of him with Meloni at different events.