Maye Musk

Maye Haldeman was born on April 19, 1948, in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. At the age of two, her family relocated to Pretoria, South Africa. Early in life, she engaged in entrepreneurial activities, starting work around age eight by assisting her parents with monthly bulletins and newsletters. By age 12, she worked as a receptionist alongside her twin sister for her father, a chiropractor. In 1969, she was a finalist in the Miss South Africa beauty pageant. In 1970, she married Errol Musk, a South African engineer, with whom she had three children: Elon, Kimbal, and Tosca Musk. She pursued higher education, earning a master’s degree in dietetics from the University of the Orange Free State in South Africa, where her major was taught in Afrikaans. Later, she obtained another master’s degree in nutritional science from the University of Toronto. In 2023, she received an honorary doctorate in dietetics from the University of the Free State.

Her modeling career spans over five decades, with significant milestones including appearances on the covers of various international magazines. In 2017, at 69, she became CoverGirl’s oldest spokesmodel, a role that was noted for its historical significance. Furthering her impact in the fashion industry, she appeared on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in 2022 at the age of 74, becoming the oldest model featured on its cover to date. Beyond modeling, she maintains a professional practice as a dietitian and nutritionist, delivering presentations globally. She authored a memoir, “A Woman Makes a Plan: Advice for a Lifetime of Adventure, Beauty, and Success” (2019), and previously published “Feel Fantastic – Maye Musk’s Good Health Clinic” (1996), focusing on healthy habits and aging. Her career reflects a blend of professional achievements in nutrition and a prominent presence in the modeling world, alongside her role as a public figure.