“More Than Halfway Done”: Billie Eilish Surprises Fans With Major New Album Update
Just two years after the release of Hit Me Hard and Soft, Billie Eilish has revealed that her creative engine is running at full speed. During an appearance on Elle’s “Ask Me Anything” series, the 24-year-old superstar dropped the bombshell that her fourth studio album is already “more than halfway” finished. The update comes at a whirlwind time for Eilish, who is currently balancing the production of new music with the launch of her massive theatrical experience.
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The James Cameron Collaboration: “Live in 3D”
Fans won’t have to wait for a new album to see Eilish back on the big screen. Her concert film, “Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D),” is set for a worldwide theatrical release on May 8, 2026. Directed by Eilish herself alongside legendary filmmaker James Cameron, the film promises to be a visual spectacle, utilizing cutting-edge 3D technology to bring the energy of her live tour into cinemas.
The Rihanna Connection: A Dream Collaboration in the Making?
While Eilish works on her own project, she isn’t hiding her excitement for other artists—specifically her “idol,” Rihanna. During the same interview, Eilish joked about the elusive R9 album, saying, “If Rihanna ever f****** makes R9, then I’m excited for that.” The mutual admiration between the two is well-documented; Rihanna previously named Eilish as her “dream collaborator,” while Eilish has called Rihanna the “greatest of all time.”
As Eilish moves closer to completing her next body of work, the industry is buzzing with the possibility that 2026 could be the year these two powerhouses finally join forces. For now, Eilish is keeping herself grounded with a curated playlist of Billie Holiday, Enya, and Elliott Smith, even as she prepares to dominate the charts once again.