Lady Gaga Grew Up in New York City
Lady Gaga, born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta on March 28, 1986, grew up in Manhattan, New York City. She was raised in a Catholic family on the Upper West Side, near Lincoln Center.
Early Childhood and Education
She attended Convent of the Sacred Heart, a private all-girls school on the Upper East Side. As a child, she trained in classical piano and performed in school musicals and open mic nights.
Teenage Years and Early Career Steps
During her teen years, she focused on music and performance. She later studied at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts before leaving to pursue songwriting and a career in pop music.
Where Lady Gaga Grew Up Before Fame
Before international fame, she wrote songs, performed at local venues, and worked on her vocal and stage skills. Her early life in New York shaped her artistic style and work ethic. Read more about Lady Gaga's biography.
