Overview
- Eilish made the comments on October 30 at New York’s Museum of Modern Art while accepting WSJ Magazine’s Musical Innovation honor.
- She asked, “If you’re a billionaire, why are you a billionaire?” and urged wealthy attendees to give away their money.
- Host Stephen Colbert highlighted that Eilish will donate $11.5 million from her Hit Me Hard and Soft tour to groups focused on climate justice and food equity.
- Witness accounts described the room’s response as nervous and awkward, with a mix of restrained laughter and uncertainty about applauding.
- High-profile figures in attendance included Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan, with other honorees such as Spike Lee, Ben Stiller, Hailey Bieber, Mellody Hobson and George Lucas.