(CNN) American actress Tiffany Haddish is now officially a dual citizen with Eritrea, the birthplace of her father, who moved to the United States as a refugee before she was born. Haddish was born in the United States and has identified herself as American with Eritrean parentage. She's now in the country to celebrate the 28th anniversary of its independence, which happens Friday. In photographs shared on social media, Haddish is seen draped in the Eritrean flag, while filling out forms with officials present. During last year's Oscars ceremony, she graced the red carpet in a stunning zuria gown, a traditional dress worn by women in Eritrea and Ethiopia.

Source: CNN May 23, 2019 19:07 UTC