Personal Details :
- Full Name: Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta
- Stage Name: Lady Gaga
- Date of Birth: March 28, 1986
- Age: 39 (as of 2025)
- Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Italian-American
- Height: 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m)
- Eye Color: Green
- Hair Color: Naturally brown (often dyed blonde or other vibrant colors)
- Occupation: Singer, songwriter, actress, philanthropist
- Years Active: 2001–present
- Genres: Pop, dance, electronic, jazz
- Instruments: Vocals, piano, keyboard
- Education: Studied at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts (left to pursue music career)
- Religion: Raised Roman Catholic
- Marital Status: Not married (has been in several high-profile relationships)
- Notable Nicknames: Mother Monster, Gaga
- Official Website: ladygaga.com
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @ladygaga
- Twitter: @ladygaga
- Facebook: Lady Gaga
- YouTube: Lady Gaga VEVO
- TikTok: @ladygaga
- Twitch: Lady Gaga
- Official Website: ladygaga.com
Career Overview :
- Early Career: Lady Gaga began performing in New York City’s Lower East Side music scene in 2005. She initially gained attention for her eccentric style and powerful vocals while performing in clubs and bars.
- Breakthrough: In 2008, she released her debut album The Fame, which included chart-topping singles like “Just Dance” and “Poker Face”. The album propelled her to international fame.
- Continued Success: Follow-up albums such as The Fame Monster (2009), Born This Way (2011), Artpop (2013), and Joanne (2016) showcased her versatility and helped solidify her position in pop music.
- Acting Career: Lady Gaga expanded into acting with notable roles including the lead in the critically acclaimed film A Star Is Born (2018), for which she won a Golden Globe and received an Academy Award nomination.
- Advocacy and Philanthropy: She has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, mental health awareness, and humanitarian causes through her Born This Way Foundation.
- Recent Work: Released her album Chromatica in 2020, which received positive reviews and included hit singles like “Rain On Me” with Ariana Grande.
- Live Performances: Known for her elaborate and theatrical live shows, including performances at the Grammy Awards, Super Bowl halftime show (2017), and various world tours.
- Collaborations: Worked with numerous artists across genres including Tony Bennett, Elton John, Ariana Grande, and Beyoncé.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Relationships: Lady Gaga has been private about her romantic life but has been publicly linked to several partners, including actor Taylor Kinney and producer Christian Carino.
- Mental Health Advocacy: She is an outspoken advocate for mental health awareness and has openly discussed her struggles with PTSD and chronic pain.
- Philanthropy: Founded the Born This Way Foundation, focused on youth empowerment, mental health, and anti-bullying initiatives.
- Fashion & Style: Known for her bold, avant-garde fashion choices and collaborations with top designers, pushing boundaries in the fashion world.
- Cooking & Hobbies: Enjoys cooking and baking, often sharing recipes and food photos with fans.
- Animals: A dog lover and advocate for animal rights; owns French Bulldogs named Asia and Koji.
- Interests: Passionate about art, dance, and theater, with training in piano and classical music.
Net Worth :
As of 2025, Lady Gaga’s estimated net worth is between $300 million and $350 million. This impressive fortune reflects her multifaceted career and business ventures.
Sources of Wealth
- Music Career: With over 150 million records sold worldwide, her tours like the Monster Ball ($227 million) and Chromatica Ball ($112.4 million) have been highly lucrative.
- Acting: Roles in films such as A Star Is Born and House of Gucci, along with a reported $12 million for her role in Joker 2, have contributed significantly to her wealth.
- Business Ventures: Haus Laboratories, her cosmetics line, has grown substantially, with annual revenues reportedly exceeding $100 million. She also earns from fragrance sales and fashion collaborations.
- Endorsements: Partnerships with brands like Tudor, Dom Pérignon, and Versace have added to her income.
Recent Earnings
- 2022: Earned $112.4 million from the Chromatica Ball tour.
- 2025: Estimated annual income between $40 million and $60 million, with significant earnings from her ongoing music projects, touring, film industry involvement, beauty brand, and endorsement deals.
Lady Gaga continues to be one of the highest-paid live performers globally, with per-show earnings ranging from $1.5 million for her Las Vegas residency to up to $3 million for large stadium tours.
Awards & Achievements :
- Grammy Awards: Won 13 Grammys from over 30 nominations, including Best Pop Vocal Album, Best Dance Recording, and Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album.
- Academy Awards (Oscars): Won Best Original Song for “Shallow” from A Star Is Born (2019).
- Golden Globe Awards: Won 3 Golden Globes, including Best Actress in a Limited Series or Television Film for American Horror Story and Best Original Song.
- BAFTA Awards: Received a BAFTA nomination for her work on A Star Is Born.
- MTV Video Music Awards: Multiple wins including Video of the Year and Best Female Video.
- Billboard Music Awards: Several wins for Top Female Artist, Top Dance/Electronic Artist, and Top Dance/Electronic Album.
- Guinness World Records: Holds multiple records, including most YouTube views in 24 hours for a music video (“Bad Romance”).
- Other Honors: Named one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People (2010, 2019), received the Songwriters Hall of Fame Hal David Starlight Award, and honored with the Billboard Woman of the Year Award.
Fun Facts :
- Lady Gaga’s stage name was inspired by the Queen song “Radio Ga Ga.”
- She is a classically trained pianist and began playing piano at the age of 4.
- Her debut album The Fame was originally supposed to be a jazz album.
- She once wore a dress made entirely of raw meat to the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards.
- Lady Gaga is an accomplished actress, having received an Oscar nomination for her role in A Star Is Born.
- She has a tattoo in German that means “Little monster,” a nod to her fanbase.
- Lady Gaga co-wrote hits for other artists, including Britney Spears and New Kids on the Block.
- She has been heavily involved in mental health advocacy and founded the Born This Way Foundation to support youth empowerment.