Billie Eilish adds 111m following as Close Friends on Instagram

Billie Eilish brought sheer joy to approximately 111 million of her fans by extending them an exclusive invitation to her Close Friends group on Instagram. 

This move by the celebrated singer, known for her remarks on the music industry's practices, sparked widespread excitement among users of the social media platform. 

Instagram's Close Friends feature allows users to selectively share content on their Stories, either with everyone or a handpicked group of individuals.

The What Was I Made For artist's decision to share a low-resolution image of a hand against the backdrop of the night sky further fueled the fervor among her devoted followers. 

This unexpected gesture from Billie Eilish not only made headlines but also left millions of fans feeling cherished and connected, if only virtually, to their idol.

Fans took to social media to express their excitement after being added to the singer's Close Friends list on Instagram. 

One fan shared a screenshot of her IG Story, joking about their future conversations with family members about their newfound friendship with the pop sensation.

Another shared a photo of actor Cillian Murphy holding an Oscar, likening their feelings to that of a prestigious award winner after being included in Billie's exclusive circle.