A viral fundraiser has drawn attention after an Australian man launched a campaign claiming he plans to move into Billie Eilish’s Malibu home, inspired by the singer’s recent comments at the 2026 Grammy Awards.
At the ceremony, Eilish used her acceptance speech to speak against U.S. immigration policies, stating, “No human being is illegal on stolen land.” The statement, widely circulated online, was interpreted as a criticism of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and sparked widespread debate on social media.
Following the speech, Drew Pavlou, an activist from Australia, announced a GoFundMe campaign to finance his travel to the United States, saying he intends to relocate to Eilish’s beachfront property. Pavlou claimed her Grammy remarks inspired him, stating, “I was inspired by Billie Eilish’s recent statement that ‘no human being is illegal’ and now intend to fly to America to move into her house at Malibu.”
The campaign quickly went viral, attracting attention for its audacity and unusual premise. GoFundMe later removed the fundraiser, citing violations of its platform policies, after which Pavlou reportedly sought alternative channels to continue raising support.
The stunt has divided public opinion. Critics have framed it as a literal misinterpretation of Eilish’s words, mocking the idea that celebrity activism requires giving up personal property. Supporters argue that Pavlou’s actions were meant to be satirical, highlighting the sometimes extreme interpretations of public statements made by celebrities.
Billie Eilish’s comments at the Grammys came amid a growing trend of artists using major platforms to address political and social issues. While her speech drew praise from fans and advocates for immigrant rights, it also sparked backlash from those who disagreed with her critique of ICE and the broader historical context she referenced.
Although Pavlou’s campaign is unlikely to result in an actual move-in, the incident underscores how celebrity statements can be amplified in the digital age. sometimes in unexpected and provocative ways. It also reflects ongoing debates over social activism, freedom of expression, and the role of public figures in shaping cultural conversations.
As of now, neither Eilish nor her representatives have publicly commented on the fundraiser or Pavlou’s claims, leaving the stunt to exist largely as an online spectacle and conversation starter.
