Alanis Morissette had some of the best songs of the 90s. See photos of the singer/actress from her early days to now in honor of her birthday.
Alanis Morissette, born June 1, 1974, in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, is one of the most influential singer-songwriters of her generation. After launching her career as a teen pop artist in Canada, she became a global superstar with the release of 1995’s Jagged Little Pill. The landmark album sold more than 30 million copies worldwide and produced enduring hits including “You Oughta Know,” “Hand in My Pocket,” “You Learn” and “Ironic.”
Over the decades, Alanis has continued to evolve as an artist, releasing multiple studio albums, earning seven Grammy Awards and building a reputation for her raw, deeply personal songwriting. Her impact on music remains significant, with Jagged Little Pill later inspiring a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical based on her songs.
Beyond music, Alanis has appeared in projects such as Dogma, Sex and the City, Curb Your Enthusiasm and Weeds. She has also become an advocate for mental health and wellness while balancing her career with raising her three children.
More than 30 years after first entering the spotlight, Alanis continues to tour and perform for fans around the world. Take a look back at her transformation from young Canadian singer to Grammy-winning music icon in our gallery.
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Alanis Morissette: Through The Years
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Here, Alanis looks super cool in a portrait from 1996. She crossed her arms and sent a sassy stare to the camera.
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Alanis Morissette At The 1996 Grammys
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Alanis Morissette thanks her producers after winning the Album of the Year at the 38th annual Grammy Awards in 1996. She wore a long black dress and beads.
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Alanis Morissette In Paris
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Alanis Morissette plays an Amnesty International concert in Paris, France. She strummed her acoustic while looking out at the crowd stoicly.
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Alanis Morissette In 1998
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Alanis Morissette rocks out during a Nov. 8, 1998 performance. She’s known for her powerful stage presence and big voice.
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Alanis Morissette In 2002
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Alanis Morissette is chic in all black during Glamour magazine’s 13th annual ‘Women Of The Year’ awards on Oct. 28, 2002. Her hair was long, dark and shiny.
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Alanis Morissette At Cannes 2004
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Alanis Morissette smiles during an appearance at the 57th Annual Cannes International Film Festival on May 22, 2004. She wore tons of jewelry and a silver shirt.
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Alanis Morissette At The Premiere of ‘De Lovely’
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Alanis Morissette looks sexy in a black halter dress during the premiere of ‘De Lovely’ in New York on Jun. 21, 2004. The look had a cutout under her chest.
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Alanis Morissette At The India MTV Awards
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Alanis Morissette sits down to perform at the MTV India Immies 2004 awards, in Bombay, India on Dec.10, 2004. She had on a fishnet top and black ensemble.
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Alanis Morissette At The 2005 World Music Awards
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Alanis Morissette plays guitar during the World Music Awards in Hollywood, California on Aug. 31, 2005. She had on fingerless, leather gloves and a strapped halter top.
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Alanis Morissette At The Vancouver Olympics
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Candian pride! Alanis Morissette performs during the closing ceremony for the Vancouver 2010 Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Alanis Morissette & Family In 2011
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Alanis Morissette and husband Mario Treadway take their son Ever out in LA on Aug. 16, 2011. She beamed while besides her husband of over a decade.
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Alanis Morissette At The 2015 MusiCares Person of the Year Gala
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Alanis Morissette strikes a pose during the 2015 MusiCares Person of the Year Gala on Feb. 6. She wore a leather minidress and blue heels to the event, which celebrated Bob Dylan.
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Alanis Morissette At A ‘Transparent’ FYC Event
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Alanis Morissette is chic in a blue and yellow suit at an FYC event for ‘Transparent’ obn Apr. 22, 2017. Her blonde hair was swept to the side.
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Alanis Morissette At Opening Night Of ‘Jagged Little Pill’ On Broadway
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Alanis Morissette, center, appears on stage during the opening night of ‘Jagged Little Pill’ on Broadway on Dec. 5, 2019. The production won two Tonys.
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Alanis Morissette In 2019
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Alanis Morissette and the cast of Broadways ‘Jagged Little Pill’ perform during New Year’s Rockin’ Eve on Dec. 31, 2019. She belted her heart out.
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Alanis Morissette In Concert In 2020
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Alanis Morissette looks rad in plaid during a concert at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire in London on Mar. 4, 2020. She was glowing.
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