Billie Eilish, the iconic voice behind “What Was I Made For,” recently confronted Variety for probing into her sexuality rather than focusing on her achievements. At the Variety Hitmakers Brunch in Los Angeles, where Eilish was celebrated, she faced unexpected questions about her personal life on the red carpet.
Eilish took to Instagram to express her discomfort, emphasizing the irrelevance of her sexual preferences in public discourse. “I like boys and girls – leave me alone about it please,” she stated, urging fans to focus on her music instead. This statement came after Variety’s interview at the event, which put her in an uncomfortable position of addressing her sexuality, following her November interview with them.
During the event, Eilish clarified that she never intended a formal coming-out, questioning the necessity of such announcements. Her casual remark, “Wasn’t it obvious?” highlighted her desire for a world where one’s sexual orientation isn’t a matter of public intrigue.
Despite feeling nervous discussing the topic, Eilish expressed her admiration for women and acknowledged her attraction towards them, both personally and aesthetically. Her candid response underlines a significant message: the importance of respecting public figures’ privacy and focusing on their professional contributions rather than personal orientations.
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