Billie Eilish is defying her own recent vow to never talk about her love life again, opening up in a candid new interview with Vanity Fair. The 23-year-old singer, known for her no-holds-barred honesty, has been sharing her personal milestones in the annual Vanity Fair interviews since she was just 15, and this year is no exception. In a moment of reflection, she spoke about fulfilling one of her younger self’s desires—having “good sex”—and, true to her style, she did so with both humor and confidence.
The Grammy-winning artist, whose 2024 year has been marked by growth and self-discovery, revisited an earlier 2023 interview, in which she shared a list of goals, including “making new friends” and “having good sex.” Now, looking back, Eilish enthusiastically checked off both.
“I’ve done nothing but make friends all year,” Eilish explained. “I’ve gotten so close with people I wasn’t close with before and reconnected with people I used to be friends with. It’s been a year filled with friendship, which honestly, even though I said I wanted to do a lot of things, that was the thing I really wanted to do. And I did it, and it was awesome.”
As for her sex life, Eilish didn’t hold back. “And yes, I’ve had a lot of good sex,” she said with a smile, adding playfully, “So you’re welcome, Billie,” addressing her younger self directly.
This open declaration about her sex life comes as somewhat of a surprise, given Eilish’s recent statements about her desire for privacy. Just two months ago, in an interview with Vogue for their November cover story, Billie made it clear she regretted discussing her sexuality and romantic interests with the public.
In that interview, published in October, Eilish confessed that she wished the world had never known about her attraction to women or her previous relationships. Reflecting on a candid moment from a 2023 interview with Variety, where she shared her admiration for women, she admitted, “I wish no one knew anything about my sexuality or anything about my dating life. Ever, ever, ever.”
Eilish, who has been vocal about her journey navigating fame and identity, elaborated on her decision to keep her personal life under wraps. “I’m never talking about my sexuality ever again,” she declared. “And I’m never talking about who I’m dating ever again.” She also explained that she hadn’t anticipated the massive media storm that would result from her openness, revealing how overwhelming it has been to see her private thoughts blow up into global headlines.
The pop star acknowledged that stardom has forced her to be more mindful of her words, stating, “We’re all babies. We’re all little kids growing up and learning ourselves.” It’s clear that Eilish is still figuring out how to navigate the delicate balance between her personal life and the public’s insatiable curiosity.
While Eilish has had her fair share of scrutiny in the spotlight, she’s also found moments of peace. Reflecting on her relationships, Eilish spoke fondly of her ex, Jesse Rutherford, the frontman of The Neighbourhood, with whom she had an eight-month romance that ended in May 2023. Despite their split, Eilish confirmed that they remain close friends, joking in a previous interview that Rutherford is “one of my favorite people.”
Before Rutherford, Eilish was linked to actor Matthew Tyler Vorce and rapper Brandon Q. Adams, with whom she was romantically involved in the past. Eilish has been forthright about her experiences with these relationships, particularly in her 2021 Apple TV+ documentary, Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry, where she opened up about her heartbreak after her split with Adams.
Her willingness to share these personal moments has made her a relatable figure for many, but at the same time, she’s expressed the difficulties of growing up under the microscope. For now, it seems Eilish is taking a more balanced approach—celebrating her successes in both her career and her personal life while continuing to guard the parts of herself she holds closest.
2024 has been a year of change for Billie Eilish. From exploring new friendships to reconnecting with old ones and embracing her sexuality in ways that feel empowering, it’s clear that the young artist is evolving. Her focus has shifted toward cultivating meaningful connections with others, all while navigating the challenges that come with fame.
For Eilish, this period of self-reflection is a stepping stone toward a more fulfilled and grounded future, even as she continues to balance her public persona with her desire for privacy. Whether or not she’ll continue to share such intimate details about her life remains to be seen. But for now, Billie Eilish is unapologetically living her truth, and it seems like she’s loving every moment of it.
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