Legendary singer Joni Mitchell becomes US citizen at age 82
The Canadian artist celebrated her naturalization after more than six decades living in the country, where she spent much of her musical career.
Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell performs during the Grammy Awards pre-show
Renowned Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell became a U.S. citizen at age 82, more than six decades after moving to the country, where she established herself as one of the most influential figures in folk music.
The artist announced the news on Tuesday via her Instagram account, where she shared photos and a video of her naturalization ceremony, accompanied by the message: "A journey that began 62 years ago."
In the images, Mitchell appears smiling next to a U.S. flag , wearing a red beret, sunglasses, and small pins in the colors of the national flag.
With her new citizenship, the singer of "Both Sides," "Now," and "Big Yellow Taxi" will be able to vote for the first time in the U.S. elections, a right she had publicly lamented not having.
According to a report by The Guardian, during a concert in 2024, Mitchell expressed her desire to vote and recalled her status as a Canadian immigrant.
Born in Alberta, Canada, in 1943, Mitchell moved to the United States in 1965 after marrying folk singer Chuck Mitchell. Although her marriage ended two years later, the singer remained in the United States and built a successful musical career, particularly in California.
Naturalization marks a new chapter in Mitchell's life
Her life and career will also be the subject of a biopic directed by Cameron Crowe, in which actress Meryl Streep is set to star.
Naturalization marks a new chapter in Mitchell's life; she retains her Canadian citizenship and is now also a U.S. citizen.
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