Lady Gaga's Mayhem era has been one of the biggest of her career. In February 2026 the album won Best Pop Vocal Album at the Grammys, taking her total to 16, and in April The Mayhem Ball wrapped at Madison Square Garden as her highest-grossing tour.
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Lady Gaga Fact File
| Real name | Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 28 March 1986 (age 40) |
| Place of birth | Manhattan, New York City, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Singer, songwriter, actress |
| Years active | 2000-present |
| Genres | Pop, dance-pop, jazz |
| Labels | Streamline, Interscope |
| Studio albums | 9, including two with Tony Bennett |
| Known for | A Star Is Born, "Shallow", Mayhem |
Career History
| Year | Album | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | The Fame | Debut, reissued as The Fame Monster in 2009 |
| 2011 | Born This Way | Title track became an anthem |
| 2013 | Artpop | Fourth era of the Little Monsters |
| 2014 | Cheek to Cheek | Jazz album with Tony Bennett |
| 2016 | Joanne | Stripped-back, personal record |
| 2020 | Chromatica | Return to dance-pop |
| 2021 | Love for Sale | Second album with Tony Bennett |
| 2024 | Harlequin | Companion to Joker: Folie à Deux |
| 2025 | Mayhem | Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album |
All albums released through Streamline and Interscope. The A Star Is Born soundtrack (2018) is not counted as a studio album.
New York Beginnings
Stefani Germanotta was born in Manhattan and began performing as a teenager, playing piano and singing in clubs on the Lower East Side. She adopted the name Lady Gaga, signed with Interscope and released The Fame in 2008, with "Just Dance" and "Poker Face" taking her around the world.
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Born This Way
The Fame Monster (2009) and Born This Way (2011) made Gaga one of the defining pop stars of her era, famous as much for her bold fashion and performances as her music. She then showed her range with Cheek to Cheek (2014), a jazz album with Tony Bennett, and the more personal Joanne (2016).
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A Star Is Born
In 2018 Gaga starred alongside Bradley Cooper in A Star Is Born, earning a Best Actress nomination. "Shallow" won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2019. She went on to play Patrizia Reggiani in House of Gucci (2021) and Lee Quinzel in Joker: Folie à Deux (2024).
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The Mayhem Era
Mayhem (2025) marked a return to dark, dance-floor pop. On 3 May 2025 she played a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, which Guinness World Records lists as the largest attendance for a free concert by a female artist, at 2.1 million. The Mayhem Ball ran from July 2025 to April 2026, and she also appeared in season two of Wednesday.
Awards and Achievements
Major awards
- 16 Grammy Awards, including Best Pop Vocal Album for Mayhem (2026)
- Academy Award for Best Original Song, "Shallow" (2019)
Records
- Largest attendance at a free concert by a female artist (Copacabana, 2025)
- The Mayhem Ball, her highest-grossing tour
- An estimated 124 million records sold
Away From the Spotlight
Gaga co-founded the Born This Way Foundation, a nonprofit that supports young people's mental wellness. She also launched the beauty brand Haus Labs in 2019.
FAQs
How old is Lady Gaga?
Lady Gaga was born on 28 March 1986, so she is 40.
What is Lady Gaga's real name?
Her real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta.
Where was Lady Gaga born?
She was born in Manhattan, New York City.
How many albums has Lady Gaga released?
Nine studio albums, including two jazz albums with Tony Bennett, from The Fame (2008) to Mayhem (2025).
How many Grammys has Lady Gaga won?
Lady Gaga has won 16 Grammy Awards, including two at the February 2026 ceremony.
Has Lady Gaga won an Oscar?
Yes. "Shallow" from A Star Is Born won Best Original Song at the 2019 Academy Awards.
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