Alanis Morissette is a Canadian-American singer, songwriter, producer, and actress, born on June 1, 1974, in Ottawa. She began her musical career as a teenager with two dance-pop albums, Alanis (1991) and Now Is the Time (1992), before transitioning to alternative rock. In 1995, she released the breakthrough album Jagged Little Pill, which sold over 33 million copies worldwide and earned her seven Grammy Awards, cementing her status as one of the most influential musicians of the 1990s.
Throughout her career, Morissette has released nine studio albums, including Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie (1998), Under Rug Swept (2002), and Such Pretty Forks in the Road (2020). Her music is known for its honest and emotional lyrics, often addressing personal and social themes. In addition to her music career, she has also established herself as an actress, notably appearing in the film Dogma (1999), where she portrayed God.
Morissette is also known for her advocacy in the fields of mental health and spirituality. She hosted the podcast Conversation with Alanis Morissette, where she explored topics related to personal growth and psychology. In 2016, she became a columnist for the British newspaper The Guardian, offering advice to readers on life’s challenges.
In her personal life, she is married to rapper Mario "Souleye" Treadway, with whom she has three children. Morissette has spoken openly about her experiences with motherhood, including postpartum depression, and her efforts to raise awareness about these issues.