Lady Gaga

Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, known as Lady Gaga, was born March 28, 1986, in New York City. After studying at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, she performed in New York's Lower East Side club scene before "Just Dance" (2008) launched her into global superstardom. "The Fame" (2008) and "The Fame Monster" (2009) produced a string of global number-one singles including "Poker Face," one of the best-selling singles in history. "Born This Way" (2011) sold one million copies in five days and became an instant LGBTQ+ anthem. "Chromatica" (2020) returned her to the dance-pop roots that made her famous. Her film role in "A Star Is Born" (2018) earned her an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Shallow," a Golden Globe, and a BAFTA. "Joker: Folie à Deux" (2024) further demonstrated her acting range. With 13 Grammy Awards, over 170 million records sold, and the Born This Way Foundation supporting youth mental wellness globally, Gaga is a total artist of the highest order.