Lady Gaga: Quick Facts
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Facts
| Also Known As | Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta |
|---|---|
| Born | March 28, 1986 (age 40) • New York City • New York |
| Awards And Honors | Grammy Award (2026) • Grammy Award (2022) • Academy Award (2019) • Golden Globe Award (2016) • Grammy Award (2010) • Grammy Award (2009) • Academy Award (2019): Music (Original Song) • Golden Globe Award (2019): Best Original Song - Motion Picture • Golden Globe Award (2016): Best Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television • Grammy Award (2021): Best Pop Duo/Group Performance • Grammy Award (2020): Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media • Grammy Award (2020): Best Song Written for Visual Media • Grammy Award (2019): Best Pop Solo Performance • Grammy Award (2019): Best Pop Duo/Group Performance • Grammy Award (2019): Best Song Written for Visual Media • Grammy Award (2015): Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album • Grammy Award (2011): Best Female Pop Vocal Performance • Grammy Award (2011): Best Pop Vocal Album • Grammy Award (2011): Best Short Form Music Video • Grammy Award (2010): Best Dance Recording • Grammy Award (2010): Best Electronic/Dance Album |
| Notable Works | “Mayhem” |
| Notable Family Members | daughter of Joseph Germanotta • daughter of Cynthia Bissett • sister of Natali Germanotta |
| Education | New York University • Convent of the Sacred Heart (Manhattan, New York) |
| Movies/Tv Shows (Acted In) | "Machete Kills" (2013) • "A Star Is Born" (2018) • "Noisemakers on Noisevox" (2009) • "The Simpsons" (2012) • "American Horror Story" (2015–2016) • "Sin City: A Dame to Kill For" (2014) • "Muppets Most Wanted" (2014) |
| Albums | "Joanne" (2016) • "Cheek to Cheek" (2014) • "The Fame" (2008) • "Chromatica" (2020) • "A Star Is Born [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]" (2018) • "Artpop" (2013) • "The Fame Monster" (2009) • "Born This Way" (2011) |
Top Questions
Where was Lady Gaga born?
Lady Gaga was born in Manhattan, New York, United States.
When was Lady Gaga born?
Lady Gaga was born on March 28, 1986.
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