Lady Gaga is undoubtedly one of the most iconic and talented performers of her generation. From her wildly successful music career as a singer and songwriter to her legendary fashion moments and now her acting career, it is clear that she is a force to be reckoned with. Gaga’s brilliance lies in her pure passion for art and genuine compassion for all humans, especially her fans.
Gaga’s cinematic debut was in Bradley Cooper’s A Star is Born. For her performance as star-on-the-rise Ally, she was nominated for numerous Best Actress awards, including the Oscars, the Golden Globes, and the Critics’ Choice. Now, in Ridley Scott’s campy murder drama House of Gucci, Gaga returns to the big screen and delivers yet another critically acclaimed performance as Patrizia Reggiani. The Oscar-winner has, in fact, previously stated that acting was her childhood dream. Here’s a look at Lady Gaga’s top 5 movie and TV appearances.
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American Horror Story: Roanoke
Starting off at number five we have season six of American Horror Story: Roanoke. This is Gaga’s second appearance in the popular television series, as she plays Scáthach, an evil witch. The season takes place in North Carolina, Roanoke, and follows a young couple as they experience paranormal activity in the farmhouse their living in. Gaga’s character Scáthach made her way to America by ship and was sentenced to be burned at the stake when discovered. She was able to summon her powers and make her way to survival. Gaga’s performance is not only chilling and creepy but became an important one for the series as a whole.
American Horror Story: Hotel
Continuing with American Horror Story, next on the list is season five of the series, American Horror Story: Hotel. Unlike the supporting role she had in Roanoke, Gaga’s performance in Hotel made the entire season what it was. Despite the fact that it was her first time working on the show and she was on screen with AHS veterans the actress did more than hold her own. Through her portrayal of Elizabeth Johnson, better known as the countess, the vampiric owner of the Hotel Cortez, Gaga gives a cold and seductive performance that draws audiences in and keeps them hooked for the duration of the show. This performance was a breakout moment in her acting career and even won her a Golden Globe for Best Performance In A Mini-series or Motion Picture Made for Television.
Gaga: Five Foot Two
In 2017, Lady Gaga released a documentary that let the public into a difficult point in her life called Gaga: Five Foot Two. While the movie doesn’t feature Gaga acting in any sort of role, it’s worthy of a spot on this list by virtue of its pulling back the curtains on the world-famous performer. Indeed, Gaga shows audiences her struggles with her physical and mental health. Her spirit is so raw and candid that it let fans see her in a way they never had before. Whether you are a Lady Gaga fan or not there is no way to watch this documentary and not see a little bit of yourself in her. Gaga’s ability to connect with people through art is beautiful and that is what this movie is all about. Helping others has always been a part of Lady Gaga’s mission and you leave this documentary with a sense of comfort, knowing that everybody is struggling and we are not alone.
A Star Is Born
A Star Is Born was a pivotal moment in Lady Gaga’s career being that it was her first feature film. She plays Ally, a struggling artist who has abandoned all hope that her dreams will come true until she meets Jackson Maine (Bradley Cooper) who she quickly falls in love with and makes her see the potential in herself. Throughout the film we see Jackson push Ally to become the great artist he knows she can be while he struggles with addiction and alcoholism. This film has been praised by critics and audiences everywhere and earned Gaga two Oscar nominations for Best Actress and Best Original Song. She ended up winning Best Original Song, which was her first-ever Academy Award. This film proved that Gaga is a serious dramatic actor and real creative engine that is destined to shine in cinema.
House of Gucci
Coming in at number one on our list for Lady Gaga’s top five Movie and TV appearances is Ridley Scott’s 2021 crime/drama House of Gucci. The movie follows Patrizia Reggiani Gucci (Lady Gaga) as she finds herself married to Maurizio Gucci (Adam Driver), heir to the Gucci fashion empire. She struggles with love, power, wealth, and success in a world that is dominated by men who won’t take her seriously. Despite the fact that she is a mastermind and genius when it comes to power and manipulation the Gucci’s manage to exile her from the family business which leads her to make a terrible decision that will change her family forever.
Besides Lady Gaga and Adam Driver, Jared Leto, Al Pacino, Salma Hayek, and Jeremy Irons give incredible performances that add to the film’s comedic nature. Gaga said that she spent months doing her own research on Patrizia Gucci and did everything she could to really become Patrizia. During filming Gaga spoke in an Italian accent almost the entire time and tried to stay in character as much as possible. The Oscar buzz surrounding Gaga’s performance is real and she has a good chance of taking home her second Academy Award this year. This is by far Lady Gaga’s best performance and her portrayal of Patrizia Reggiani Gucci is one people will be talking about forever.
