Billie Eilish is once again using her global platform to call out what she sees as a troubling lack of accountability—this time from her fellow celebrities. The Grammy-winning singer sparked fresh debate after publicly criticizing A-listers who have remained silent following the fatal shooting of Minnesota VA nurse Alex Pretti during a recent protest involving ICE agents.
Outrage has continued to build after the death of Pretti, a 37-year-old healthcare worker who many have described as a hero. The incident has intensified scrutiny of ICE’s actions and ignited nationwide anger, particularly online. As public reaction grew, Eilish took to Instagram with a series of emotionally charged posts condemning the violence and questioning why so many high-profile figures have avoided speaking out.
The singer reshared a reel honoring Pretti as a “real American hero” before posting a selfie paired with a blunt message directed squarely at other celebrities. In just nine words, Eilish wrote, “Hey my fellow celebrities u gonna speak up? Or…”—a pointed challenge that quickly went viral. She followed that up by amplifying another post criticizing those who claim to avoid politics, arguing that silence itself is a choice with consequences.
Eilish’s remarks echoed statements she made recently during an awards acceptance speech, where she criticized what she described as Americans being “kidnapped” and peaceful protesters being assaulted or worse. Her comments underscored a growing frustration with neutrality at a time when many believe public figures have a responsibility to address injustice.
Other celebrities have also begun weighing in. Actors Edward Norton and Olivia Wilde have publicly condemned the violence, with Wilde calling the situation “appalling” while attending the Sundance Film Festival. Still, many fans argue that the response from Hollywood has been uneven, fueling the debate Eilish has now reignited.
As pressure mounts on celebrities to use their influence beyond entertainment, Eilish’s unfiltered callout has reopened conversations about activism, silence, and whether staying quiet in moments like this is still an option. For her supporters, the message was clear: saying nothing may speak louder than words.
