Elon Musk’s father reveals he had life-saving prostate cancer operation and the secret to living to 250 As former US President Joe Biden battles prostate cancer, Elon Musk’s father has revealed for the first time his own secret diagnosis and operation - and has launched a personal mission to help men live longer by getting DNA tested to see if they have a genetic predisposition for the disease.

South African businessman Errol Musk, 79, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in early 2024 and had to have an urgent operation to have his prostate removed.

The news comes as it’s been revealed Former US President Joe Biden is fighting an aggressive and advanced form of prostate cancer. According to scientific research 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.

In May 2013, actress Angelina Jolie revealed to the media that she had undergone preventative double mastectomy after testing positive with a DNA test for a BRCA1 gene mutation, known to dramatically increase a woman's chance for developing breast and ovarian cancers.

In an exclusive video interview with fellow South African entrepreneur and friend Avi Lasarow, Errol Musk said he only found out in early 2024 after a regular check-up following open-heart surgery that had taken place years earlier.