Stars Who Have Gained U.S. Citizenship

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, many stars have joined the ranks of American citizens. Among those who hold dual citizenship are celebrities like Jim Carrey, Pamela Anderson, and Ryan Reynolds.

Jim Carrey

In 2004, Jim Carrey shared his appreciation for the United States and its impact on his career. “This country has helped define me and make my dreams come true,” Carrey stated. Though he embraces his American citizenship, he remains proud of his Canadian roots, stating, “I will always be proud to be a Canadian.”

Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson, originally from Northern Ireland, became a U.S. citizen after the death of his wife, Natasha Richardson, in 2009. He explained on “Good Morning America” that living in the United States for 20 years and experiencing kindness motivated his decision. Neeson remains proud of his Irish heritage.

Sofía Vergara

Sofía Vergara, born in Colombia, gained her U.S. citizenship in 2014. She shared her experience on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and noted the rigorous process of learning 100 questions for the citizenship test, which she passed perfectly.

Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron, originally from South Africa, became an American citizen in the early 2000s. In a conversation with David Letterman, she described the challenging process and the necessary efforts to secure citizenship.

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Arnold Schwarzenegger celebrated 35 years of U.S. citizenship in 2018, sharing his gratitude for the opportunities America has provided. He originally arrived from Austria with dreams rather than wealth.

Emily Blunt

In 2015, Emily Blunt joined the list of American citizens. During her appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” she described her citizenship ceremony, attended by her husband, John Krasinski. At the same event, Matthew McConaughey’s wife, Camila Alves, took the oath.

Camila Alves

Also acquiring citizenship in 2015, Brazilian-born Camila Alves marked the occasion on Instagram, expressing her pride and appreciation for American soldiers and workers.

Pamela Anderson

Pamela Anderson became a dual citizen in 2004, holding on to her Canadian roots. She emphasized the importance of voting in the United States as a key reason for gaining citizenship.

Billy Idol

British rock musician Billy Idol achieved U.S. citizenship in 2018. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services acknowledged his milestone with a public message.

Ryan Reynolds

Canadian-born Ryan Reynolds became a dual citizen in 2018. He exercised his voting rights in the 2020 presidential election for the first time, sharing the moment with his wife, Blake Lively.

Michael J. Fox

Michael J. Fox, originally from Alberta, Canada, achieved U.S. citizenship in 2000, strengthening his connection with America.

Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek became an American citizen in 2013 after a brief period without a valid visa. The Mexican-born actress shared her journey with V Magazine.

Pierce Brosnan

In 2004, Pierce Brosnan became a U.S. citizen, furthering his ties with the country while celebrating his heritage.

Daniel Craig

In 2020, Daniel Craig, originally from England, announced his American citizenship. He expressed his view on immigration at the “Knives Out” premiere, highlighting that many, including himself, are immigrants in the United States.