The Fenty beauty mogul encourages voters to cast their ballots in the upcoming presidential election despite her own ineligibility, drawing attention to her citizenship status.

Rihanna has once again used her platform to urge Americans to vote, albeit with a humorous twist. The singer, born in Barbados and not a US citizen, joked on Instagram about “sneaking into the polls” using her son’s passport. “POV: me trying to sneak into the polls with my son’s passport #votecauseicant,” she posted alongside a video of herself looking out of a car window.

While she cannot legally vote in the election, Rihanna’s comment underscored her commitment to encouraging others to participate. Her post, which alluded to supporting Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency, highlighted her advocacy for issues like women’s rights. “When protecting pies and firing pies can happen all in one vote,” she added, alluding to political topics she’s passionate about.

Rihanna’s playful comment resonated with fans, many of whom praised her for continuing to encourage voter participation. One fan wrote, “You’re so real for this,” while another commented, “Yes! vote for those who can’t!!” Many were also surprised to learn that the Barbados-born star is not a US citizen, with some suggesting she apply for dual citizenship.

This is not the first time Rihanna has publicly urged her followers to vote. In 2020, she encouraged her fans to check their voter registration status, urging them to go to VOTE.ORG to ensure they were ready for the election. She also motivated voters ahead of the 2018 midterm elections, telling her followers that Election Day was “the most important day for the rest of your lives.”

Rihanna’s activism around voting aligns with the broader political engagement of celebrities in the US. As the election approaches, her call to action highlights the ongoing importance of voter participation, especially as Vice President Kamala Harris leads former President Donald Trump by a narrow margin in recent national polls