Finneas Defends Billie Eilish’s Grammy Speech, Criticizes Outraged Powerful Figures
Finneas O’Connell has come to his sister Billie Eilish’s defense after some influential figures expressed outrage over her acceptance speech at the 2026 Grammy Awards. He took to Threads to share his thoughts, stating that he found it troubling that “powerful old white men” were upset with the remarks made by his 24-year-old sister.
Billie Eilish’s Historic Grammy Wins
During the awards ceremony, Eilish and Finneas made history by becoming the most-awarded artists in the Song of the Year category. They secured their third win for their track “Wildflower,” adding it to their previous victories for “Bad Guy” and “What Was I Made For?”
Impactful Acceptance Speech
Billie Eilish received a standing ovation for her heartfelt acceptance speech. She began her address with gratitude, saying, “I can’t believe this. Everyone else in this category are so amazing.” She emphasized the significance of the moment, acknowledging the discomfort surrounding the current sociopolitical climate.
Eilish stated, “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 urged everyone to continue fighting for justice, adding, “Our voices really do matter, the people matter. And f–k ICE.”
Support from Fellow Artists
Other celebrities also took the opportunity at the Grammy Awards to voice their beliefs. Among them were Bad Bunny, Olivia Dean, and Kehlani. The event saw many attendees donning ICE Out pins, an expression of solidarity with immigrant rights.
- Justin Bieber
- Hailey Bieber
- Bon Iver
- Jack Antonoff
- Lady Gaga
These powerful moments at the Grammys highlight the intersection of art and activism, with artists using their platform to call for change.
