Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, known professionally as Lady Gaga, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who redefined pop music with her 2008 debut album The Fame. She skyrocketed to international stardom with the synth-pop brilliance of "Just Dance" and the avant-garde masterpiece "Bad Romance," earning 13 Grammy Awards for her genre-blurring discography. Known for her provocative style and powerful vocals, Gaga successfully transitioned into a celebrated film star, winning an Academy Award for the hit power ballad "Shallow."

In 2025, she returned to her dance-pop roots with her seventh studio album, LG7, which featured the chart-topping lead single "Disease" and the viral anthem "Night Terrors." This latest era has solidified her status as a versatile cultural icon, blending high-concept performance art with mainstream accessibility. With over 170 million records sold and a record-breaking residency in Las Vegas, Gaga remains one of the most influential and transformative figures in the history of entertainment.