Lady Gaga is a force of nature and one of the most influential and boundary-pushing artists in the music industry. The talented singer, songwriter, and actress has now cemented her status as a veteran artist, with a decorated career spanning over 25 years. Throughout her journey, she has forged strong friendships, building relationships with numerous celebrities. Let’s take a closer look at the A-list celebrity friend list of Lady Gaga.
Following the release of her new album Mayhem, Gaga has announced a four-night concert at the Singapore National Stadium in May 2025. After Taylor Swift, Gaga is the latest artist to tap Singapore as her only stop in Asia. Her lead single from the album, “Die with a Smile,” featuring Bruno Mars, reached No. 1 in multiple countries. Mars, who is now a new friend of Gaga’s, also took the stage in Singapore last year. As Gaga refuses to confine herself to a box and evolves artistically, new controversies and her bold fashion choices often take center stage. However, her loyal circle of friends supports her through it all. Here’s a look at the celebrity friends of Lady Gaga who have stood by the ‘Mother Monster’ through thick and thin.
A-lister Celebrities Friends of Lady Gaga
Tom Cruise
While unexpected, action-movie star Tom Cruise is good friends with Gaga. The two bonded while working on Top Gun: Maverick, with Cruise even attending a concert of Gaga’s later that year. In appreciation of Cruise’s support, the singer wrote, “Thank you for coming to the show last night. I love you my friend @tomcruise,” on her Instagram post. Cruise also shared his admiration for the soundtrack she made for the action movie, stating, “I just think she’s a force of nature, and I love Gaga.”
Tony Bennett
Lady Gaga and legendary jazz crooner Tony Bennett shared a profound friendship until his death in 2022. They met in 2011 after Gaga performed a rendition of Nat King Cole’s “Orange Colored Sky” at the Robin Hood Foundation Gala in New York City. Despite their age difference, the two singers became fast friends, and Bennett invited Gaga to collaborate on a song for his next album. They released two collaborative jazz albums together, Cheek to Cheek and Love for Sale.
In 2016, Bennett was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Gaga supported him through these challenging times by becoming an advocate for the disease. Their last performance together was in 2021, an event that was later turned into a CBS documentary titled One Last Time: An Evening With Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga.
Ariana Grande
Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande became very good friends when they collaborated on their 2020 track “Rain On Me.” Speaking about her collaborator, Gaga expressed, “I love that girl so much; it’s one of my favorite lyrics I’ve ever written.” She emphasized the importance of female friendships in the music industry, stating, “You know how hard it is to make a female friend in this business?” Gaga referred to their relationship as one between “soul sisters.” Grande celebrated Gaga’s birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post, calling her a “literal angel.”
Cardi B
Gaga and Cardi B became friends after both took home golden gramophones at the 2019 Grammys. In 2018, the two had a Twitter exchange when Cardi’s video of her performing “Bad Romance” at her high school talent show went viral, prompting Gaga to respond with, “I LIVE.” The rapper has been a longtime fan of Gaga, sharing how she inspired her to embrace her uniqueness. In return, Gaga has shown her love through social media.
Bradley Cooper
Bradley Cooper starred in the movie A Star Is Born alongside Gaga, and the two have remained good friends since then. Their off-the-charts chemistry both on-screen and during their live performance of “Shallow” at the 2019 Academy Awards sparked romance rumors, which Gaga later clarified. She stated, “First of all, social media, quite frankly, is the toilet of the internet. And what it has done to pop culture is abysmal.” Cooper expressed his gratitude for their friendship, saying, “I made a friend for life. I’m very lucky to have worked with her.”
Taylor Swift
Lady Gaga counts pop sensation Taylor Swift among her celebrity friends. The two pop stars speak highly of each other and their artistry, often showing support publicly. In a 2019 interview, Swift revealed her admiration for Gaga, stating, “When people think she’s gonna go one way, she goes the exact opposite.” Swift attended Gaga’s massive birthday bash in 2016, and in 2024, when both were facing pregnancy rumors, Gaga took to TikTok to address the invasive comments, with Swift supporting her by saying, “Gaga doesn’t owe anyone an explanation & neither does any woman.”
Elton John
Another music legend on Lady Gaga’s celebrity friends list is Elton John. Their bond transcends mere industry friendship; John has named Gaga the godmother to his children, who affectionately call her “Gaga-mother.” The artists have been friends since 2010, and a decade later, they collaborated on the song “Sine From Above.” Gaga has referred to John as her “mentor,” highlighting the familial nature of their relationship.
Beyoncé
It’s been 16 years since the release of “Telephone,” where we first heard Lady Gaga and Beyoncé collaborate. While there have been speculations about their current friendship status, it’s clear that they shared a strong bond during their collaboration. Gaga has praised Beyoncé, saying, “You know she is such a beautiful person, and I gotta tell you, I just adore her.”
Kate Hudson
Kate Hudson, known for her role in Almost Famous, is also close friends with Gaga. They are often seen embracing and chatting on red carpets and at award shows. Hudson was on the guest list for Gaga’s star-studded 2016 birthday party and even shared a clip of her singing “Shallow” to promote Gaga’s movie.
Barbra Streisand
Barbra Streisand, who starred in the 1976 version of A Star Is Born, has expressed her admiration for Gaga, saying, “I loved it. I think it is wonderful. She is wonderful.” Streisand affectionately refers to Gaga as “Stefani,” acknowledging the artist behind the persona.
Donatella Versace
The fashion designer Donatella Versace and Gaga share a close friendship, with Gaga even naming a track after her. Their friendship blossomed when Gaga borrowed pieces from the Versace archive for her music video for “The Edge of Glory.” Versace has expressed her gratitude for Gaga’s tribute, calling it one of the most special moments of her life.
John Legend and Chrissy Teigen
Power couple John Legend and Chrissy Teigen are also good friends with Lady Gaga. Both attended her exclusive 2016 birthday bash, and Gaga and Legend performed at the “Together At Home” special during the Global Citizen event, which took place during the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Lana Del Rey
Lana Del Rey and Gaga began their careers around the same time, performing in similar venues in New York. While their relationship had its ups and downs, including a leaked diss track from Lana, they have since cultivated a strong friendship.
Lady Gaga’s ability to forge meaningful connections with fellow artists is a testament to her character and influence in the music industry. Her friendships with these A-list celebrities not only highlight her talent but also showcase the support system she has built throughout her illustrious career.
