Maggie Baird Dismisses Nepotism Claims on Eilish, Finneas

Maggie Baird, the mother of Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell, has dismissed claims that her children are 'nepo babies' due to her and her husband Patrick O’Connell's careers as actors. The controversy arose after a clip of Baird’s appearance in a Friends episode resurfaced, leading to accusations of nepotism. Baird clarified in a Glamour magazine interview that she got the role on Friends out of necessity to maintain her health insurance, emphasizing that she and her husband were working-class actors who managed a modest living. She highlighted the misconception about the entertainment industry, pointing out that many creatives work hard without gaining significant fame. Despite their children's extraordinary success, Baird insisted that their family values keep them grounded. Both Billie and Finneas have achieved considerable recognition in music, surpassing their parents' level of fame.