Billie Eilish, the chart-topping singer and Grammy award-winner, has taken a bold stand against intrusive inquiries into her personal life, particularly regarding her sexuality. The artist expressed her frustration after a red carpet interview, where she felt compelled to address her sexual orientation.
In response to Variety’s alleged outing during the interview, Eilish responded with a mix of candor and exasperation. “No, I didn’t, but I kind of thought, wasn’t it obvious? I just don’t really believe in it. I’m just like, Why can’t we just exist?” The singer called attention to the unnecessary focus on her private life, emphasizing the importance of letting individuals, especially celebrities, live without unnecessary scrutiny.
Taking to Instagram, Billie Eilish thanked Variety for an award but criticized the media outlet for diverting attention to her personal life during a red carpet event at 11 a.m. She urged people to shift the narrative to matters that truly hold significance. “Thanks, Variety, for my award and for also outing me on a red carpet at 11 a.m. Instead of talking about anything else that matters, I like boys and girls. Leave me alone about it.”
Eilish’s candid response underscores the need to respect celebrities’ boundaries and emphasizes the importance of focusing on their work rather than prying into their personal lives.