Lindsay Mills, a self-proclaimed globe-trotting pole dancing adventurist, gained celebrity status as the girlfriend of US whistleblower Edward Snowden. While little is known about Edward’s personal life, Lindsay has a substantial virtual presence with thousands of followers on Twitter and Instagram. Describing herself as an artist on her Instagram profile, Lindsay chronicles her travels through photographs, often without revealing the location. With a keen interest in photography, her personal blog is also a collection of self-portraits. Currently, she is believed to spend a significant amount of time in Moscow, Russia, where Snowden has sought asylum.
Quick Facts
- Age: 38 Years
- Family: father – Jonathan Mills, mother – Martha Mills, partner – Edward Snowden
- Bloggers
- American Women
- Notable Alumni: Maryland Institute College Of Art
- U.S. State: Maryland
- Education: Maryland Institute College Of Art
Career
Lindsay Mills is a professional dancer and acrobat. She worked with the Waikiki Acrobatic Troupe in Honolulu, Hawaii until 2013. In 2012, she was a part of the ‘History of Pole’ performance at the Honolulu Fringe Festival.
Controversies & Scandals
In June 2013, Lindsay’s boyfriend Edward Snowden revealed highly classified information about the National Security Agency (NSA) to journalists Glenn Greenwald, Laura Poitras, and Ewen MacAskill. The documents disclosed details about various surveillance programs run by the NSA, causing a huge uproar about the government’s invasion of privacy. Snowden made these revelations in Hong Kong. Lindsay Mills unintentionally became the center of attention for the media and the public. Lindsay, her father, and Snowden himself have all stated that Lindsay had no knowledge of Edward’s intentions or the secret documents. Despite charges against Snowden and the revocation of his passport, Lindsay Mills is not under surveillance by government agencies and there are no restrictions on her travel.
What Makes Lindsay Mills So Special
After Snowden’s revelations, Lindsay Mills dealt with the unwanted attention she received. She expressed her anguish on social media and temporarily shut down her blog. However, in 2015, she was seen collecting an Oscar for the documentary ‘Citizen Four’, which detailed Snowden’s controversial actions. The documentary was recognized for its audacity in speaking out against government wrongdoing. This indicated that although Mills was taken by surprise, she silently supported her boyfriend in his endeavors.
Family & Personal Life
Lindsay Mills was born on February 25th, 1985, in Maryland, US, to Jonathan and Martha Mills. Not much is known about her parents or whether she has any siblings. She attended Laurel High School in Maryland and graduated from the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore in 2007. In 2012, she moved to Hawaii to live with her boyfriend Edward Snowden and pursue her career as a professional acrobat.