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Dua Lipa

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

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Dua Lipa is a British-Albanian singer and songwriter born in London on 22 August 1995. She rose to prominence in the 2010s with hit singles such as “New Rules,” “Don’t Start Now,” and “Levitating,” and has won multiple Brit Awards and Grammy Awards. Her music has a significant audience in Canada, where her singles and albums have charted widely.

Early life

Dua Lipa was born in London on 22 August 1995 and is of Albanian Kosovar descent. She also spent part of her youth in Kosovo and has been associated with both British and Albanian identity.

Career

She began releasing music in the 2010s and gained broad recognition with her 2017 debut album. Later releases such as Future Nostalgia further expanded her global profile with major pop and dance hits.

Discography

Her best-known songs include “New Rules,” “IDGAF,” “One Kiss,” “Don’t Start Now,” and “Levitating.” Her albums include Dua Lipa, Future Nostalgia, and Radical Optimism.

Awards and recognition

Lipa has received major industry recognition, including multiple Brit Awards and Grammy Awards. Her success has made her one of the most prominent pop artists of her generation.

Key facts

  • Dua Lipa was born in London on 22 August 1995 and has Kosovan Albanian family roots.
  • Her given name is Dua Lipa, not a stage name.
  • She released her debut studio album, Dua Lipa, in 2017.
  • “New Rules” was her first UK number-one single.
  • She has won seven Brit Awards and three Grammy Awards.
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Canadian context

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

Frequently asked questions

How old is Dua Lipa?
She was born on 22 August 1995, so she is 30 years old.
Where is Dua Lipa from?
She was born in London, England, and has Albanian Kosovar family roots.
Who is Dua Lipa dating?
The available sources identify Callum Turner as her partner.
What is Dua Lipa's real name?
Dua Lipa is her real name; it is not a stage name.
What are Dua Lipa's biggest hits?
Her biggest hits include “New Rules,” “Don’t Start Now,” “Levitating,” “One Kiss,” and “IDGAF.”

References

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