Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta is a singer, songwriter, and actress known professionally as Lady Gaga. She was born on March 28, 1986, in New York City and rose to fame in the late 2000s with hits such as "Just Dance" and "Poker Face." Gaga is known for her eclectic and avant-garde fashion sense, as well as her outspoken advocacy for various social and political causes. She has won numerous awards for her music and acting, including multiple Grammy Awards and an Academy Award for her role in the film A Star is Born.