Lady Gaga
An influential figure in popular music, known for her image reinventions and flamboyant fashion.
Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta (born March 28, 1986), known professionally as Lady Gaga, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She is known for her image reinventions, flamboyant fashion, and versatility across the entertainment industry.
Quick Facts
- First appears
- Just Dance 2 (2010)
Lore & Background
After signing with Interscope Records in 2007, Gaga achieved global recognition with her debut album, The Fame (2008), and its reissue, The Fame Monster (2009). The project yielded singles including 'Just Dance', 'Poker Face', and 'Bad Romance'. Her second studio album, Born This Way (2011), explored electronic rock and techno-pop. She also ventured into acting, gaining praise for her leading roles in American Horror Story: Hotel (2015–2016), A Star Is Born (2018), and House of Gucci (2021). Gaga's philanthropy and activism focus on mental health awareness and LGBTQ rights.
Reader's Guide
Lady Gaga does not appear as a selectable avatar in Just Dance (2009).
Did You Know?
- Gaga has seven number-one albums on the Billboard 200 and six number-one songs on the Billboard Hot 100.
- She is the first female artist with four singles that each sold at least 10 million copies globally.
- Gaga has received 16 Grammy Awards, 22 MTV Video Music Awards, 2 Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award for 'A Very Gaga Thanksgiving', and a recognition from the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
- Her business ventures include vegan cosmetics brand Haus Labs and the non-profit Born This Way Foundation.
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