Joni Mitchell in January 2025.Photo:Backgrid
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Joni Mitchellis on California time.
The “Big Yellow Taxi” singer was photographed during a stroll with a companion in Beverly Hills, Calif. on Wednesday, Jan. 22.
Mitchell, 81, wore a black jacket and matching cap with navy pants covered in floral prints. She rocked a pair of sunglasses and a hat with her signature long hair tied into braids.
This outing comes almost a decade afterMitchell suffered an aneurysm in March 2015that left her unable to walk or talk but has since recovered.
Joni Mitchell in January 2025.Backgrid
Brandi Carlileintroduced the legendary musician, whose real name is Roberta Joan Anderson, calling her “one of the most influential and emotionally generous creators in human history.”
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Mitchell treated audiences to her 1966 song “Both Sides Now.”
In October,Mitchell performed “I’m Still Standing"with surprise guestElton Johnat the Hollywood Bowl as a part of herconcert billed as “Joni Mitchell and the Joni Jam.”
Carlile,Annie LennoxandMarcus Mumfordalso joined her onstage for the show which was interspersed with songs and anecdotes about Mitchell’s legendary career.
source: people.com
