
Being an American citizen is a privilege. Becoming one is a choice and an honor. It's a journey that countless of immigrants can relate to in this country. In honor of the upcoming national Fourth of July holiday, we're taking a look at which Latino celebrities decided to become U.S. citizens. Click through and stand up for your American pride!
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Carolina Herrera

The Venezuelan fashion designer became an American citizen in September 2009. I'm sure it's a day she'll never forget.
Salma Hayek

The Mexican actress became a U.S. citizen in the mid 1990's, shortly after entering the country illegally.
Carlos Santana

The Mexican guitarist became naturalized in 1965. That was so long ago!
William Levy

The Cuban telenovela actor became an American citizen in the late 1990's.
Gloria Estefan

The Cuban artist made it official and became a citizen in 1974. She has never forgotten her Cuban roots, however.
Thalía

The Mexican singer-songwriter was naturalized in 2006.
Diego Boneta

The Mexican-born singer and actor inherited his citizenship from his mom Astrid.
César Millán

The Mexican dog trainer and reality television star became a resident in 2000 and was naturalized in 2009.
El Piolín

The Mexican radio star became a U.S. citizen in 2008.
Eduardo Yáñez

The Mexican-born actor renounced his Mexican citizenship when his son was being bullied for being undocumented.
Sofía Vergara

The Colombian-born actress became naturalized in 2014.
Miguel Varoni

The Colombian actor became a U.S. citizen in March 2013.
Andy García

The Cuban-born Academy Award nominated actor became an American in the 1960's.
Alejandro Chabán

The Venezuelan actor became a citizen of the U.S. in 2011.