Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta (born March 28, 1986), known professionally as Lady Gaga, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. A native of New York City, she began playing piano at age four and performing in nightclubs as a teenager. She gained global recognition with her debut album, The Fame, in 2008, and is known for her versatile musical talent, image reinventions and influence in popular music. With estimated sales of 124 million records, she is one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
Lady Gaga has achieved significant success in both music and acting. She has six number-one singles and seven number-one albums on the US Billboard charts. Her accolades include 16 Grammy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and an Academy Award. She won two GRAMMY Awards at the 2026 GRAMMYs for Best Pop Vocal Album for 'Mayhem' and Best Dance Pop Recording for 'Abracadabra'. She is also preparing for her "Mayhem Ball" tour. In February 2026, Lady Gaga appeared in a Rocket Super Bowl commercial, reimagining Mr. Rogers' song "Won't You Be My Neighbor". She also stars in the upcoming season of "Wednesday".