Canadian singer Joni Mitchell officially becomes American citizen after 62-year journey
Joni Mitchell shared a photo and video from her naturalization ceremony, becoming a U.S. citizen at 82 while retaining Canadian citizenship.
TL;DR
- Joni Mitchell, originally from Canada, has officially become a U.S. citizen at age 82.
- The naturalization process marks the end of a 62-year journey since she first moved to the United States.
- Mitchell announced the news via Instagram, sharing a photo from her ceremony and stating she will retain her Canadian citizenship.
- She moved to the U.S. in 1965 and established a significant music career in California, earning 11 Grammy Awards and other honors.
- Mitchell is an outspoken critic of Donald Trump and has expressed frustration about not being able to vote in U.S. elections.
- During a 2024 performance, she criticized Trump, and at the 2026 Grammy Awards, she wore an 'ICE OUT' pin, protesting immigration policies.