Canadian singer Grimes, known offstage as Claire Boucher, has canceled her planned Pride Month performance, citing serious family issues. The 37-year-old shared the news on X, the social media platform owned by her ex-partner Elon Musk, expressing deep regret for having to withdraw. Grimes was set to perform at the World Pride Festival in Washington D.C., alongside big names like Jennifer Lopez and RuPaul.
Her sudden decision has raised concern, especially since it follows a highly publicized custody battle with Musk over their three children, named X Æ A-12, Exa, and Techno. Grimes has openly described the situation as a difficult parenting fight. She has tried privately appealing to Musk to keep their children out of the public eye but says he has not responded. The conflict escalated when one of their children faced a medical emergency, leading Grimes to take legal action for parental rights in California, while Musk filed a custody suit in Texas.
Reports indicate the Texas case has been settled, though the details remain confidential. Adding to the strain, Grimes revealed her children were reportedly blocked from visiting her terminally ill mother, intensifying the emotional turmoil. Throughout, Grimes has shared her personal challenges, including her diagnoses of autism and ADHD, and how motherhood has transformed her life.
Despite the backlash from fans disappointed by the canceled show, Grimes promises to make it up soon. For now, she is focused on her family, leaving the world to watch this very public and emotional chapter unfold involving one of the most talked-about billionaires.
