In a rare glimpse of everyday heroism, Elon Musk reportedly missed an important meeting recently — not due to a scheduling mishap or a last-minute crisis at Tesla or SpaceX, but because he stopped to help a woman stranded with a flat tire.

Sources close to the billionaire say Musk, known for his intense work ethic and notoriously packed schedule, was driving near a suburban street when he noticed the woman struggling to change her tire. Without hesitation, he pulled over, rolled up his sleeves, and began assisting her.

The twist? The woman he helped had no idea she was receiving aid from one of the world’s most famous entrepreneurs. According to eyewitnesses, she was initially incredulous when Musk introduced himself — but quickly relaxed as he worked to get her back on the road.

Friends and colleagues have described this incident as a classic Musk moment: impulsive, action-oriented, and somehow perfectly in character. Despite his global fame and billions in net worth, Musk chose to prioritize helping someone in need over a meeting that could have potentially influenced millions of dollars or company strategy.

Social media quickly caught wind of the story, with many praising Musk’s humility and willingness to step out of the public eye to perform a simple, human act of kindness. Critics, of course, joked that only Elon Musk could skip a boardroom meeting to help with a flat tire — but most viewers were touched by the rare, genuine display of empathy.

The incident serves as a reminder that no matter how busy or famous someone becomes, moments of humanity can still shine through — and sometimes, they come from the most unexpected places.