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Dua Lipa

Dua Lipa is a British-Albanian singer and songwriter born in London on 22 August 1995.

Updated July 27, 20261 min readCited sources

Dua Lipa is a British-Albanian singer and songwriter who rose to fame in the 2010s with hits like 'New Rules' and 'Levitating'. She has won multiple Brit Awards and Grammy Awards.

What it is

Dua Lipa was born in London on 22 August 1995 to Albanian Kosovar parents. She began her music career in the 2010s and released her debut album in 2017. Her given name is not a stage name.

Why it matters

Lipa became a global pop phenomenon with her second album *Future Nostalgia*, which produced international hits. She has won seven Brit Awards and three Grammy Awards, making her one of the most awarded British female artists.

Key details

Her best-known songs include 'New Rules', 'Don't Start Now', 'Levitating', 'One Kiss', and 'IDGAF'. Her albums are *Dua Lipa*, *Future Nostalgia*, and *Radical Optimism*. She is currently in a relationship with actor Callum Turner.

In short

  • Dua Lipa is a British-Albanian singer born in 1995.
  • Her debut album and *Future Nostalgia* brought her global fame.
  • Major hits include 'New Rules', 'Don't Start Now', and 'Levitating'.
  • She has won seven Brit Awards and three Grammy Awards.
Canadian angle

Dua Lipa has a significant audience in Canada as an international pop artist whose singles and albums have charted widely in the Canadian market.

Quick questions

How old is Dua Lipa?
She is 30 years old (born 22 August 1995).
What is Dua Lipa's real name?
Dua Lipa is her real name.
What are her biggest hits?
'New Rules', 'Don't Start Now', 'Levitating', 'One Kiss', and 'IDGAF'.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dua_Lipa
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, debut album, selected singles, awards, spouse/partner reference.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Dua-Lipa
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, occupation, age.
  3. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/facts/Dua-Lipa
    Supports: Real name, albums, and basic biographical facts.
  4. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dua_Lipa
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, popular songs, and relationship reference.