Billie Eilish Criticizes US Immigration Policy at Grammys; Brother Finneas Responds to Backlash

At the 2026 Grammys, Billie Eilish used her acceptance speech for Song of the Year to criticize US immigration policies, stating "no one is illegal on stolen land" and expressing opposition to ICE. Her remarks received both applause and backlash. Her brother, Finneas, defended her on social media, calling out "powerful old white men" upset by her comments and referencing the Epstein files. The speech sparked widespread discussion about activism in the music industry.