Billie Eilish appeared weighed down by recent controversy as she stepped out for the first time since her outspoken anti‑ICE speech at the Grammys.
The 24‑year-old singer made headlines after accepting Song of the Year for Wildflower and taking a bold stance against U.S. immigration enforcement, telling the audience, “Nobody is illegal on stolen land… F*** ICE.”
Her words quickly ignited an online storm.
Social Media Calls for Eilish to Address Her Property
Fans and commentators were quick to point out a glaring contradiction: Eilish’s $3 million Los Angeles mansion sits on land historically belonging to the Tongva tribe, the Indigenous people of the greater LA Basin.
Social media users urged her to either return the property to the tribe or use it to support the migrants she has publicly defended.
On Wednesday, Eilish was seen taking her dog for a walk, dressed in her signature eclectic style.
Her guarded expression suggested the controversy is still hanging heavily over her.
Grammy Stage Sparks Outrage
The drama began when Eilish, alongside her brother Finneas, accepted her award on stage.
While many stars—including Justin and Hailey Bieber, Kehlani, and Joni Mitchell—wore small ‘ICE OUT’ pins to protest immigration enforcement, Eilish’s speech stood out for its intensity.
“As grateful as I feel, I honestly don’t feel like I need to say anything but that no one is illegal on stolen land,” she declared, referencing colonization.
She added, “It’s just really hard to know what to say and what to do right now, and I just feel really hopeful in this room… we just need to keep fighting and speaking up.
Our voices really do matter, and the people matter.”
She ended with a defiant, “And f*** ICE, that’s all I’m gonna say. Sorry!”
Tongva Tribe Responds to Eilish
Political commentator Eric Daugherty quickly pointed out that Eilish’s mansion is on Tongva land, suggesting she could host migrants in her home as a way to align her actions with her words.
A spokesperson for the Tongva tribe confirmed Eilish’s property is indeed on their ancestral land but noted she has not personally reached out to them.
“We appreciate the opportunity to provide clarity regarding the recent comments made by Billie Eilish,” the spokesperson said.
They emphasized the importance of public figures highlighting Indigenous history and added that the tribe had partnered with the Recording Academy to create the official Land Acknowledgment statement during Grammy week.
Public Reaction Highlights Hollywood Hypocrisy
Social media users echoed Daugherty’s sentiments, accusing Hollywood stars of preaching ideals they don’t practice.
Comments ranged from, “If they can preach it, they need to live by their words!” to, “Oh, the hypocrisy.”
Eilish’s anti-ICE stance fits into a larger trend at the Grammys, where several artists, including Kehlani and Bad Bunny, used their platform to speak against the Trump administration’s immigration policies.
Bad Bunny notably told the audience, “We’re not savage. We’re not animals. We’re not aliens. We are humans and we are Americans.”
Eilish’s Personal Safety and Past Drama
The controversy surrounding her mansion isn’t the first challenge Eilish has faced at home.
In 2023, she obtained a restraining order against a man accused of stalking her and threatening her family and friends.
Court documents ordered the man to stay at least 100 yards away from Eilish, her family, and her friend Zoe Donahoe.
Brother Finneas Defends Her
Eilish’s brother Finneas also weighed in on the backlash, calling out the critics on Instagram Threads.
“Seeing a lot of very powerful old white men outraged about what my 24-year-old sister said during her acceptance speech,” he wrote.
He added, “We can literally see your names in the Epstein files,” defending her stance and emphasizing the hypocrisy he sees in the outrage.
What Comes Next for Billie?
As debates continue about her statements and property, Eilish remains a focal point in discussions about celebrity activism, Indigenous land rights, and immigration advocacy.
The world is watching to see if she will respond to the calls from the Tongva tribe and her critics, and how she will navigate this moment in her career.
