In an unexpected development that has swept the IT and entertainment sectors, Elon Musk has formally declared that.

The renowned actor Robert De Niro would no longer be able to use the social networking site X (previously known as Twitter) going forward.

This contentious decision, which Musk claims is required to preserve the platform’s “aesthetic,” has spurred intense discussion on celebrity culture, freedom of speech, and the widening gap between opposing ideologies in public life.

In reference to De Niro’s vocal criticism of a range of social and political topics in recent years, Musk, who is well-known for his unrepentant use of social media and his penchant for divisive remarks, went to X to say, “No room for his woke presence.”

Both Musk and De Niro have already voiced opposing opinions on issues ranging from business ethics to climate change, so their disagreement is not wholly new.

Musk, whose business endeavors include SpaceX and Tesla, has often adopted a more libertarian stance, supporting technical independence and calling for less government involvement.