“I had a boyfriend who told me I’d never succeed, never be nominated for a Grammy, never have a hit song, and that he hoped I’d fail. I said to him, ‘Someday, when we’re not together, you won’t be able to order a cup of coffee at the fucking deli without hearing or seeing me.”

American singer, songwriter, and actress

Lady Gaga, born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She emerged as a major figure in popular music and is known for her changing public image, striking fashion, and wide range across entertainment. Her career has made her one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with estimated sales of 124 million records. She is associated with pop stardom as well as work that crosses between music, performance, and acting.