Finneas Baird O’Connell, known as Finneas, is an American singer-songwriter, producer, and actor. He has won multiple Grammy Awards for his work with his sister, Billie Eilish, and has collaborated with various high-profile artists. He is known for writing and producing hit songs, including the Academy Award-winning “No Time to Die.”
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Finneas Baird O’Connell |
| Date Of Birth: | July 30, 1997 |
| Place Of Birth: | Los Angeles, California, U.S |
| Nationality: | American |
| Parents: | Maggie Baird (mother) Patrick O’Connell(father) |
| Relatives: | Billie Eilish (sister) Brian Baird (uncle) |
| Occupations: | Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer, Actor |
| Labels: | OYOY, Interscope, AWAL |
| Net Worth: | $30 million |
Early Life Background
Born in Los Angeles on July 30, 1997, to Maggie Baird and Patrick O’Connell, both musicians, Finneas is of Irish and Scottish descent. At 12, he started writing and producing songs after taking a songwriting class with his mother in 2010.
Career
Finneas mentioned that his background in portraying characters has influenced his music writing for Billie Eilish. He tunes into her perspective and vocal range, striving to create songs that resonate with her and bring her lyrics to life. Collaboration with her involves understanding her vision, exchanging ideas, and enhancing the storytelling together.
Finneas originally wrote and produced “Ocean Eyes” for his band, but gave it to Eilish for a dance choreography. The song gained praise on SoundCloud, leading Finneas to help Eilish sign with Platoon.
He co-wrote and produced Billie Eilish’s successful EP and album, winning multiple Grammy Awards. Finneas has also collaborated with other artists and released solo music. He announced his debut album, “Optimist,” in 2021.
Acting
Finneas made his acting debut in 2011, appearing as a student in the comedy film Bad Teacher. Subsequently, he co-starred in the film Life Inside Out in 2013, which was written by his mother, Maggie Baird, and directed by Jill D’Agnenica.
Furthermore, he had recurring guest roles on the TV shows Modern Family and Aquarius. In 2015, he portrayed Alistair in the final season of the musical comedy-drama series Glee.
Personal Life
Finneas O’Connell is a talented American singer-songwriter, record producer, and actor. He is the older brother of the renowned American singer Billie Eilish.
Finneas resides in Los Angeles’ Los Feliz neighborhood and has been in a relationship with YouTuber Claudia Sulewski since September 2018. He penned his single “Claudia” following the night they first met. Raised vegetarian, Finneas later adopted a vegan lifestyle.
Finneas O’Connell Net Worth
In 2024, Finneas O’Connell, an American singer, songwriter, record producer, musician, and actor, has accumulated a net worth of $30 million.
Awards And Nominations
Finneas O’Connell has received numerous awards and nominations, including:
- Grammy Awards: 10 wins from 18 nominations, including Record of the Year and Album of the Year.
- Academy Awards: 2 wins for Best Original Song (“No Time to Die” in 2022 and “What Was I Made For?” in 2024).
- Golden Globe Awards: 2 wins for Best Original Song.
- Critics’ Choice Awards: 1 win for Best Song (“No Time to Die”).
- iHeartRadio Music Awards: 3 wins, including Producer of the Year.
He has also received accolades from ASCAP, MTV, and various film festivals
Discography
Studio Albums:
- Optimist (2021)
- For Cryin’ Out Loud!(2024)
Extended Plays:
- Blood Harmony (2019)
Soundtrack Albums:
- The Fallout (2021)
- Vengeance (2022)
Singles:
- New Girl (2016)
- I’m in Love Without You (2017)
- Break My Heart Again (2018)
- Let’s Fall in Love for the Night (2019)
- What They’ll Say About Us (2020)
- Can’t Wait to Be Dead (2020)
- Till Forever Falls Apart (with Ashe) (2021)
- No Time to Die (with Billie Eilish) (2021)
- What Was I Made For? (with Billie Eilish) (2023)
Filmography
- Bad Teacher – 2011
- Life Inside Out – 2013
- Tomorrow – 2013
- Modern Family (3 episodes) – 2013-2014
- happySADhappy – 2014
- Glee – Alistair (4 episodes) – 2015
- Aquarius (2 episodes) – 2015
- Fallout 4: Video game – Liam Binet (voice) – 2015
- Confessions of a Teenage Jesus Jerk – 2018
- Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry (Documentary) – 2021
- Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles (concert film) – 2021
- The Trainer – 2024
