The Tongva Indigenous community, historically connected to the land where Billie Eilish’s Los Angeles home now stands, has responded following comments made by the singer during her Grammy acceptance speech.

Eilish, 24, won Song of the Year for “Wildflower” on February 1 and used her speech to speak about immigration, stating: “No one is illegal on stolen land.” Her remarks sparked mixed reactions online. Some praised her message, while others questioned it, pointing out that her Los Angeles property sits on land traditionally associated with the Tongva people.

In response, a spokesperson for the Tongva tribe said they appreciated the attention brought to the history of Indigenous land, while clarifying that Eilish had not directly contacted the tribe regarding her property. They emphasized the importance of recognizing the Gabrieleno Tongva people when discussing the history of the Los Angeles region and added that they had reached out to her team to acknowledge her role in raising awareness.

As the discussion spread, opinions remained divided. Some critics called for actions that more closely align with her message, while others pointed to what they see as a contradiction between activism and private property ownership. Supporters, however, defended Eilish, highlighting her long-standing advocacy on immigration issues.

Eilish has previously spoken out against immigration enforcement policies, and her Grammy speech has become part of a broader ongoing conversation about immigration, history, and the role of public figures in raising awareness through their platforms.