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Billie Eilish Denies Role in Influencer's Deportation Drama

2/18/2026

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Homeland security officials denied Australian influencer Drew Pavlou's claim that Billie Eilish (the singer) had him deported after he mocked her Grammy speech on 'stolen land'.
Pavlou alleged Billie Eilish's legal team contacted the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), triggering a 30-hour detention at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Billie Eilish's remarks criticizing ICE sparked backlash.
The Tongva tribe acknowledged her comments but criticized her for not engaging with them about property.

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Homeland security officials denied Australian influencer Drew Pavlou's claim that Billie Eilish (the singer) had him deported after he mocked her Grammy speech on 'stolen land'.
Pavlou alleged Billie Eilish's legal team contacted the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), triggering a 30-hour detention at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Billie Eilish's remarks criticizing ICE sparked backlash.
The Tongva tribe acknowledged her comments but criticized her for not engaging with them about property.