Elon Musk, the founder and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, known as a crypto wizard and Time’s Man of the Year, has been a familiar figure to internet users for years. Not only does he shock people with his often “crazy” statements, but his cryptic tweets have also caused wild swings in various cryptocurrencies. Always surprising the online community, Elon Musk recently experienced a shock of his own when a near-identical version of him appeared online.
Recently, the internet was buzzing after a video surfaced on Douyin (China’s TikTok). Set in what looked like an ordinary parking lot, viewers were stunned when the main character stepped out looking strikingly like Elon Musk, but with distinct Asian features. From his smile and gestures to the Tesla electric car parked nearby, many were fooled into thinking this was the famous billionaire himself.
The video lasted only a few seconds but quickly went viral. Some questioned its authenticity, suggesting it might be a deepfake, but its appeal was undeniable. Many dubbed the man “Yi Long Musk,” calling him the perfect “made in China” clone of the billionaire.
While the debate raged on, the real Elon Musk responded to the image. “Maybe part of me is Chinese,” he replied briefly after being sent the photo. His comment instantly attracted thousands of replies, with many praising the billionaire’s clever move, especially since China is a key market for Tesla.
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