Finneas publicly defended his sister Billie Eilish after backlash over her 2026 Grammys speech. Standing beside her as she accepted Song of the Year for “Wildflower,” Finneas later responded on social media to critics he described as “very powerful old white men.” Eilish’s acceptance speech focused on inequality and immigration enforcement, and her comments quickly sparked strong reactions online.
During her speech, Eilish called for continued activism and referenced the phrase “No one is illegal on stolen land,” ending with a harsh criticism of ICE. Supporters praised her for speaking openly, while critics questioned her remarks and accused her of hypocrisy. Some pointed to reports that her Los Angeles home sits on land historically associated with the Tongva people.
