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Billie Eilish 'threatened' with eviction from $3 million mansion after Native tribe ‘stolen land’ comments at the Grammys
During her acceptance speech at the 2026 Grammy Awards, Billie Eilish made waves with a politically charged statement that quickly became the talk of the night.
As she accepted the Song of the Year award, the 24-year-old singer used her platform to voice her opposition to the Trump administration’s immigration policies.
In a statement, Eilish said, “No one is illegal on stolen land,” followed by “F*** ICE.”
The audience at the Crypto.com Arena erupted in applause, offering cheers and a standing ovation in support of her remarks.
Billie Eilish Called Out
While many celebrated her stand on immigration, some couldn't help but draw attention to the perceived hypocrisy behind her words, especially given her own personal circumstances.
Eilish’s multimillion-dollar mansion, which is situated in the heart of Los Angeles, sits on land that the Tongva tribe - Los Angeles’ indigenous people - have long called home.
The tribe, also known as the Gabrieleno-Tongva, have a rich history in the Los Angeles Basin, and while they appreciated Eilish’s sentiment, they were quick to point out the lack of acknowledgment regarding their rightful claim to the land.
Law Firm Eviction Comment
In a tongue-in-cheek move, an LA-based law firm, Sinai Law, took the opportunity to make their own statement on the matter.
They jokingly offered to serve Eilish an eviction notice, highlighting the fact that she is living on what they referred to as “stolen land” without permission or compensation to the Tongva tribe.
While the law firm’s threat was intended to be a joke, it underscored the larger point about the hypocrisy surrounding such public declarations.
The firm clarified that their remarks were not meant to be taken seriously but were designed to emphasize the issue of land ownership and accountability.
The Tongva Tribe Responds: A Call for Acknowledgment
The Tongva tribe wasted no time in responding to Eilish’s comments, expressing their appreciation for her stance on stolen land but highlighting a crucial omission.
In a statement, a representative from the tribe noted that while they valued the visibility Eilish brought to the issue of stolen land, they would have liked her to reference their tribe specifically.
“We do value the instance when Public Figures provide visibility to the true history of this country,” the spokesperson said.
“It is our hope that in future discussions, the tribe can explicitly be referenced to ensure the public understands that the greater Los Angeles Basin remains Gabrieleno Tongva territory.”
The tribe’s call for recognition was not only a plea for acknowledgment but also a chance to correct the historical narrative of the land's rightful owners.
The spokesperson also pointed out that the tribe had been working closely with the Recording Academy, which had partnered with them to include an official Land Acknowledgment during Grammy week.