Kosovarian authorities grant pop superstar Dua Lipa citizenship
Pop sensation Dua Lipa, born in London to Kosovo-Albanian parents in 1995, has added another citizenship to her list. The British news agency PA reported that the Kosovar President Vjosa Osmani granted Lipa citizenship during a ceremony in Pristina on a Friday.
Lipa, who is also a citizen of the United Kingdom and Albania, has been a prominent figure in promoting her heritage through her music career. The Sunny Hill Festival, a music festival she founded, took place in Pristina, where she also received her Kosovar citizenship.
At the Sunny Hill Festival, Lipa performed and sang a song in Albanian with her father, a special moment that reflected her duality. Lipa stated that receiving Kosovar citizenship completes the sense of belonging she has always felt within her.
President Osmani praised Lipa as "one of the most iconic cultural figures in the history of our country." The Sunny Hill Festival, where Lipa's Kosovar citizenship was granted, was a significant event in the country's cultural landscape.
Lipa's music career has been highly successful, with multiple Grammy and Brit Award wins to her name. Her performance at the Sunny Hill Festival was well-received, with fans enjoying her energetic set and emotional moments.
Lipa's family also holds Kosovar citizenship, making this a special moment for them as well. The granting of citizenship to Lipa is a testament to her contributions to promoting Kosovo on the global stage.
Dua Lipa's performance at the Sunny Hill Festival, her own music festival in Pristina, showcased her ability to blend entertainment with the celebration of her cultural heritage, including her Albanian roots. As a prominent figure in pop-culture and a celebrity revered both in her homeland and internationally, Dua Lipa continues to be a significant influence in shaping perceptions of pop-culture and celebrity identities.
