Some sixty-plus years since she first arrived in the United States, Joni Mitchell took to social media announcing that she’s officially become a US citizen.
While holding an American flag, the legendary singer/songwriter posted an Instagram video of her receiving official documentation, with the caption, “A journey that began 62 years ago.”
As both countries permit their citizens to hold multiple nationalities, the now 82-year old will now hold dual citizenship in the US and Canada.
Oft times called the Canadian equivalent of the Grammys, Mitchell was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Juno Awards, appearing onstage and performing alongside fellow Canadian singers Sarah McLachlan and Allison Russell.
During her acceptance speech, the iconic musician said:
“I had an aneurysm, which changed my life, oddly, for the better.” “I went into a coma, which helped me to quit smoking. And my house filled up with the most wonderful nurses. I was on the road with men for years and years; now I live with a house full of women.” “So my life has changed for the better, out of a catastrophe, like a phoenix who grows a better life.”
Next month will mark the 50th anniversary of Mitchell’s landmark album, Hejira, and an untitled Joni Mitchell biopic is currently in development with director Cameron Crowe, starring Meryl Streep as an older version of the Both Sides, Now singer.
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Author: Saul Goode
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