Ukrainian singer Ani Lorak has officially become a Russian citizen. The artist received her Russian passport on June 9, 2025, according to RIA Novosti. She had waited more than a year after submitting her application in February 2024. The 45-year-old performer was born in the Chernivtsi region of Ukraine. Her birth name is Karolina Kuek, but fans know her as Ani Lorak.
The singer stopped performing in Ukraine after 2014 and made Russia her new home. She has lived there for ten years and considers it her permanent residence. During her time in Russia, Lorak has won several awards and prizes for her music. She regularly appears on the popular television show Song of the Year. The citizenship marks the completion of her decade-long journey as a resident of Russia.
The singer stopped performing in Ukraine after 2014 and made Russia her new home. She has lived there for ten years and considers it her permanent residence. During her time in Russia, Lorak has won several awards and prizes for her music. She regularly appears on the popular television show Song of the Year. The citizenship marks the completion of her decade-long journey as a resident of Russia.
