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Lady Gaga: Pop Icon, 16 Grammys, and Oscar Winner

3/28/2026

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  • Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, known as Lady Gaga, American singer, was born in New York City in 1986 and transformed pop music with her distinctive sound.
  • She rose to fame with hits such as "Just Dance" and "Bad Romance" and earned 16 Grammys and an Oscar for "Shallow."
  • Her 2010 meat dress at the MTV VMAs symbolized protest against the Don't ask, don't tell policy.