Tesla CEO Elon Musk's playful response to Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's recent revelation of fathering over 100 biological children has captured attention on social media.
The exchange highlights the surprising nature of Durov's announcement.
Pavel Durov, co-founder and CEO of Telegram, recently shared on the platform about his decision to become a sperm donor 15 years ago, a journey that has resulted in him fathering "over 100 children in 12 countries."
His decision stemmed from a friend's request for help due to fertility issues, which led to him becoming a regular donor after learning about the high demand for his genetic material.
Musk reacted to this revelation on Twitter, humorously commenting "Rookie numbersâ€æ. Genghis Khan," referring to the historical figure known for having numerous descendants. The comment was in response to a post by 'Autism Capital,' a Twitter account known for its comedic takes on current events, which joked about Durov potentially surpassing "The man with 1000 kids!"
Durov's disclosure was part of a broader message aimed at destigmatizing sperm donation and encouraging more men to consider donating. He noted that his contributions have continued even after he stopped actively donating, as his sperm remains available at a clinic for families seeking to have children.
Durov expressed no regrets about his decision, emphasizing his desire to "open-source" his DNA to help others.
Pavel Durov, 39, is a tech entrepreneur known for founding Vkontakte, Russia's largest social network, at the age of 22. His refusal to comply with Russian authorities on user data matters led to his exile, after which he became a French citizen and relocated Telegram to Dubai in 2017.