Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 2, 2025 · Entertainment

Dua Lipa's Dual Identity United: Kosovo Citizenship Awarded to Superstar

Singer Dua Lipa was granted Kosovan citizenship on Friday

DUA LIPA GETS KOSOVO CITIZENSHIP: 'I FEEL LIKE MY TWO SIDES ARE ONE'

The superstar singer, Dua Lipa, has finally been granted Kosovo citizenship in a heartwarming ceremony that left fans and officials alike beaming with pride. The 28-year-old beauty, known for her chart-topping hits like "Levitating" and "Don't Start Now," was showered with gifts and adoration as she accepted the honor.

Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani hailed Dua as "one of the most iconic cultural figures in our country's history," saying it was an "honour" to grant her citizenship. In a statement, Dua gushed about the significance of this new chapter in her life: "It completes the duality I have always had within. I love this country and this means so much to me and my family."

Pictured: Dua Lipa with father Dukagjin Lipa and President of Kosovo Vjona Osmani

The ceremony, which took place on Friday at the Sunny Hill Festival in Kosovo, was a star-studded affair with Dua posing for photos with President Osmani and greeting fans who mobbed her for selfies and hugs. The hit-maker's father, Dukagjin Lipa, was also in attendance, beaming with pride as he watched his daughter accept this prestigious honor.

But what makes Dua's Kosovo citizenship so special? For one, it solidifies the singer's connection to her Albanian heritage, which has been a defining feature of her music and persona. Born in London in 1995 to immigrant parents Anesa and Dukagjin from Kosovo, Dua grew up singing along to traditional folk songs and listening to her father's rock band recordings.

In an interview with thescholarlynote.com, a source close to the singer revealed that Dua's love for Kosovo began at a young age. "She would spend hours listening to stories about her parents' homeland, learning about the culture and history of this beautiful country," the insider shared. "It's no wonder she feels so connected to it now."

Dua was greeted by fans and a choir of children who sang her hit song Levitating

As news of Dua's citizenship spread like wildfire on social media, fans couldn't help but express their excitement for the singer. But not everyone is celebrating – British singer Rita Ora, who also hails from Kosovo, has been noticeably quiet about her own citizenship status.

While Rita has spoken publicly about her family's history and struggles as refugees in the UK, she has never pursued citizenship for herself. In an interview with Louis Theroux, she revealed that her father, Besnik, was forced to flee Kosovo due to persecution, leaving their family to start anew in Britain.

When asked about Dua's recent citizenship, Rita remained tight-lipped, saying only: "I'm happy for my people, but I don't want to talk about it right now." Thescholarlynote.com reached out to Rita's team for comment but did not receive a response.

Dua now holds citizenship for Britain, Albania and Kosovo

Meanwhile, Dua is busy enjoying her time in Kosovo, where she has organized the Sunny Hill Festival with her father. As part of their charity efforts, they have established a program to support vulnerable communities in the region.

With this new chapter in her life, Dua Lipa is set to shine brighter than ever – and we can't wait to see what's next for this talented young singer!

THE TEA SPILLED:

She was granted Albanian in 2022 by President Bajram Begaj for her role in spreading Albania's fame internationally through music

  • Dua Lipa was granted Kosovo citizenship by President Vjosa Osmani at a heartwarming ceremony on Friday.
  • The singer, who has British and Albanian citizenship, said she "feels like my two sides are one" after accepting the honor.
  • Rita Ora, also from Kosovo, remains mum about her own citizenship status despite being asked about it in an interview with Louis Theroux.
  • Dua's father, Dukagjin Lipa, was in attendance at the ceremony and beamed with pride as his daughter accepted this prestigious honor.
  • The singer has been a vocal advocate for Kosovo and its culture, often incorporating traditional Albanian folk songs into her music.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR DUO LIPA?

With her Kosovo citizenship now official, Dua Lipa is set to take the world by storm. As part of her charity efforts with the Sunny Hill Festival, she will continue to support vulnerable communities in Kosovo and promote cultural exchange between nations.

The super star was born in London in 1995 to immigrant Albanian parents Anesa and Dukagjin from Kosovo

Stay tuned for more updates on this talented young singer as she writes a new chapter in her life – and we can't wait to see what's next!

A beaming Dua is seen receiving a bouquet of flowers as she arrives at the ceremony on Friday

Dua is currently in Kosovo for the three-day annual Sunny Hill Festival