Nick Jonas Sparks Backlash Over Elon Musk Support in Viral Tweet

Nick Jonas is facing fierce criticism after posting a seemingly supportive tweet about Elon Musk on X (formerly Twitter). The backlash began Wednesday when Jonas shared a photo of Musk alongside the caption, “Take us to the Year 3000.”

The Controversial Post

Jonas’s tweet appeared to be a response to Musk’s earlier post featuring an old GIF of the Jonas Brothers spinning a coffee table. Musk captioned the GIF, “The tables have turned,” in reference to a story highlighting Tesla’s reported stock surge of 100% after Donald Trump’s election victory.

While Jonas likely intended the post as a lighthearted nod to the group’s hit “Year 3000,” the timing and tone of his comment were not well-received by many fans.

Social Media Backlash

Shortly after the tweet went live, users flooded Jonas’s post with criticism, accusing him of aligning himself with a polarizing figure like Musk.

• “Nick, stop it. We prayed for you during social studies class when you announced your diabetes,” one user wrote sarcastically.
• Another chimed in with, “Let me go see what Kevin Jonas is up to because ‘I stay out of trouble’ sounds better right now.”
• A third bluntly remarked, “Tweeting about Elon Musk is definitely a choice.”

Some fans, however, tried to defend Jonas, suggesting his intent might have been misinterpreted. “Am I the only one still holding out hope that he meant ‘Take us to Year 3000’ as in, ‘I want to escape these dark times?’” one fan speculated. “I mean, he was homeschooled.”

Celebrities Divided Over Musk

Nick Jonas joins a growing list of celebrities who have interacted with or seemingly supported Elon Musk. Earlier this week, it was revealed that Khloé Kardashian will debut a video podcast, Khloé in Wonder Land, exclusively on Musk’s platform starting January 8. The show promises weekly conversations with guests like Scott Disick, Kourtney Kardashian, and motivational speaker Jay Shetty.

Last month, Kim Kardashian also drew attention for promoting Tesla’s humanoid robots and posing with the brand’s cars in a series of glossy photos.

However, not all stars are on Team Musk. Saturday Night Live cast member Chloe Fineman recently spoke out about a negative encounter with Musk during his hosting stint.

“He made me cry,” Fineman shared in a now-deleted TikTok. “I stayed up late to write a sketch. I was so excited, I came over, and he just stared at me like he was firing me from Tesla and said, ‘Not funny at all.’”

The Fallout and Bigger Picture

For many fans, Nick Jonas’s tweet felt out of character. Known for his music and family-centric persona, the sudden apparent endorsement of Musk—a divisive figure due to his political stances and management style—struck a nerve.

While some fans believe Jonas may have been referencing the group’s hit song with no deeper meaning, the tweet inadvertently positioned him in the center of a heated debate about Musk’s influence and public image.

Whether intentional or a misunderstood attempt at humor, Nick Jonas’s tweet has added fuel to the ongoing celebrity discourse around Elon Musk. As public figures increasingly interact with polarizing individuals, fans are quick to hold them accountable—reminding stars like Jonas that, in the age of social media, even a simple caption can spark a storm.

For now, the singer has remained silent, leaving fans and critics to wonder if an explanation—or apology—might be on the way.