During the Grammy Awards, Billie Eilish made a powerful statement about immigration and historical injustices, declaring that “no one is illegal on stolen land.” This remark quickly turned heads, especially when the Tongva Tribe, the original inhabitants of the Los Angeles area, weighed in. They pointed out that Eilish’s home sits on their ancestral territory, bringing a poignant layer to her already bold comments.
While the tribe appreciated Eilish’s aim to raise awareness, they noted that she hadn’t reached out to discuss her remarks with them prior. The spokesperson emphasized the need for celebrities like Eilish to give context in their statements and suggested future conversations could help clarify the true history of Los Angeles. After all, it’s not every day that a pop star’s Grammy moment turns into a crucial history lesson on indigenous rights. Perhaps next time there’s an awards show, we should all check in with the local tribes, right?
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