And contrary to your own private definition, Elon Musk most certainly would be defined as a celebrity. Doesn't mean he isn't other things, but if ANYONE is a celebrity in the US right now, it's Elon.
celebrity
sə-lĕb′rĭ-tē
noun
One who is widely known and of great popular interest.
Fame or popular renown.
The condition of being celebrated; fame; renown; distinction: as, the celebrity of George Washington; the celebrity of Homer or of the Iliad.
Trump also said that Elon is full of shit.
And contrary to your own private definition, Elon Musk most certainly would be defined as a celebrity. Doesn't mean he isn't other things, but if ANYONE is a celebrity in the US right now, it's Elon.
celebrity sə-lĕb′rĭ-tē noun
One who is widely known and of great popular interest.
Fame or popular renown.
The condition of being celebrated; fame; renown; distinction: as, the celebrity of George Washington; the celebrity of Homer or of the Iliad.