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Elon Musk Resurrects 9-Year-Old Photo: ‘Can’t Believe It’s Been So Long’

Elon Musk, the enigmatic CEO of Tesla and owner of X (formerly Twitter), has recently shared a blast from the past – a rare photo of himself from nine years ago. The image, a stark contrast to Musk’s typical public appearances, depicts him in a black, double-breasted jacket adorned with metallic buttons, exuding a slightly gothic or Victorian vibe. His hair is longer than usual, parted down the middle, and he’s looking directly at the camera.

"Can’t believe it’s been so long," Musk commented on the photo, which boasts the text "It’s been 9 years since Elon Musk permanently had this photo removed from the internet." The post has since gone viral, amassing over 15 million views and 148k likes.

See Elon Musk’s Old Image Here

The resurfacing of this photo has sparked a wave of humorous and creative reactions across social media. Users have flooded Musk’s post with memes, jokes, and witty observations, poking fun at his unique look.

"Welcome back to the internet this picture," one user quipped. Another joked, "Looks like the god of all gamers going ftw." A third user commented, "Proof that even billionaires have their ‘midnight vampire phase.’ Don’t worry, Elon, the internet never forgets, but it sure loves a glow-up!"

"This is actually one of my favorites. It’s that goth look. Goth has my heart," another user wrote. Even a jab at Musk’s recent spat with the EU made an appearance: "Now we know why the EU is afraid of you."

From gothic musings to gaming references, Musk’s fans and critics alike have certainly had their fun with this surprise throwback photo.