Finneas Backs Billie Eilish’s ‘F–k ICE’ Speech, Criticizes Angry Leaders
Finneas O’Connell recently defended Billie Eilish following backlash to her acceptance speech at the 2026 Grammy Awards. Critics, particularly powerful figures, expressed outrage over Billie’s comments, prompting Finneas to respond on Threads. He remarked on the unexpected anger from “very powerful old white men,” referencing their names in the Epstein files.
Historic Grammy Win for Eilish and Finneas
The siblings made history at the Grammys, becoming the most-awarded artists in the Song of the Year category. Their latest accolade came for the song “Wildflower,” marking their third win in this prestigious category. They previously won for hits “Bad Guy” and “What Was I Made For?”
Billie’s Acceptance Speech Highlights
During the ceremony, Eilish received a standing ovation when she expressed her gratitude and commitment to social issues. She started her speech by acknowledging the incredible talent of her fellow nominees. Then, she made a powerful statement: “No one is illegal on stolen land.”
Eilish emphasized the importance of activism, saying, “We just need to keep fighting and speaking up and protesting. Our voices really do matter.” Her speech concluded with a rallying cry: “F–k ICE.”
Support from Fellow Artists
Other celebrities also took the opportunity to voice their opinions during the event. Bad Bunny, Olivia Dean, and Kehlani echoed similar sentiments about social justice. Additionally, the red carpet saw an abundance of ICE Out pins worn by stars like Justin Bieber, Hailey Bieber, Bon Iver, Jack Antonoff, and Lady Gaga.
- Event: 2026 Grammy Awards
- Winners: Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell
- Winning Song: “Wildflower”
- Past Wins: “Bad Guy,” “What Was I Made For?”
- Key Quotes: “No one is illegal on stolen land,” “F–k ICE.”
Finneas’ defense of Billie underscores the ongoing intersection of celebrity, activism, and cultural discourse, especially within the music industry.
