According to court documents, Milano says the trouble began when Musk’s public statements and posts on X allegedly stirred up backlash against her. She argues that Musk’s massive online following helped spread negative narratives about her activism and public image, sparking a wave of harassment. Milano says the fallout led to lost acting gigs, canceled endorsement deals, and a significant hit to her marketability. She also accuses Musk of manipulating X’s algorithms to allow harmful content about her to circulate unchecked, deepening the impact on her career.

The $400 million figure raised some eyebrows, with legal experts questioning how easy it will be for Milano to prove Musk directly caused her professional decline. Her lawyers argue the amount reflects not only her lost income but also emotional distress and serious damage to her reputation. They point to Musk’s public feuds — including a recent spat with Whoopi Goldberg — as part of a pattern where he allegedly uses his platform to target individuals. They insist Musk’s massive wealth and influence make him uniquely responsible for the harm caused by his online behavior.

Musk has yet to respond publicly, but sources close to him say he sees the lawsuit as groundless and plans to fight it aggressively. His supporters on X have already begun defending him, dismissing Milano’s claims as an attempt to blame Musk for her own career setbacks. Critics of Milano also argue that her outspoken political activism, not Musk’s actions, is the real reason for her struggles.

The lawsuit comes at a time when tensions between celebrities and tech moguls are higher than ever, raising big questions about social media’s power to shape — or shatter — public figures’ reputations. Whether Milano’s bold move will spark a larger reckoning or simply deepen existing divisions remains to be seen. But one thing’s certain: this battle is just getting started, and it’s bound to dominate headlines for weeks to come.