Elon Musk Outraged by Possibility of Black Actor Portraying Helen of Troy in 'Odyssey' Film

Elon Musk took to social media Saturday to voice his discontent regarding the casting of Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's adaptation of "The Odyssey."

“Chris Nolan has lost his integrity,” Musk commented, igniting a wave of reactions online.

This remark appeared beneath a post on X, where a user, seemingly a fan of Sydney Sweeney, argued that Helen was “fair skinned, blonde,” and noted her beauty was so profound it sparked a war.

The user further claimed that casting Nyong'o would be an “insult to the author,” referring to Homer, who penned the epic thousands of years ago.

While Nyong'o is listed on IMDb as part of the cast, her specific role remains unconfirmed, leading to speculation and backlash from certain users on the platform.

Musk's comments come amid scrutiny of his own integrity. Last year, he led the Department of Government Efficiency, promising a federal spending overhaul aimed at cutting waste. However, a report by Democrats revealed that his decisions resulted in significant costs to taxpayers, including hundreds of thousands paid to federal employees to cease work, totaling $21.7 billion in losses.

As the debate over casting choices continues, the intersection of art and identity remains a contentious topic in Hollywood.