Lady Gaga is reflecting on a special moment from the 2025 Grammy Awards when she met up-and-coming queer artist Chappell Roan and shared an encouraging message of support. On the cusp of headlining Coachella and preparing for her Mayhem Ball tour, Gaga continues to use her platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and give a voice to marginalized communities.
In an interview with Out, Gaga shared her experience meeting Roan, the “Pink Pony Club” singer, at the Grammy ceremony. Gaga described the interaction as both emotional and empowering, noting how important it was to connect with artists who are making waves in the LGBTQ+ community.
“It was amazing, and I think that it’s such a gift to the world,” Gaga said. “These artists are tremendous. Their messages are so important. Their music is amazing. And what they stand for, what they mean to so many people.”
During their brief encounter, Gaga made sure to take a moment to praise Roan for her impact, telling her, “You inspire so many people.” Gaga reflected on how inspiring it was to witness the representation of queer women in music at the 2025 Grammy Awards, calling it the “most fun” she’s ever had at the event.
A Powerful Grammy Moment
Later in the evening, Gaga added even more to the queer conversation when she won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for her hit song “Die With a Smile,” alongside Bruno Mars. During her acceptance speech, she used the moment to speak up for the trans community, calling attention to the rising violence and discrimination against trans individuals.
“In my career, there’s only been a handful of times that I’ve been on stage to be able to have the attention of the world for 45 seconds,” Gaga explained. “I wanted to say something that is important — and it’s certainly important to me, but it’s even more important for the world to listen.”
She continued, saying, “What trans people are facing right now is a terrible violence against their lives. I want to be a member of the community that’s supportive and loving, and that’s why I said what I said.”
The Mayhem Era Continues
Gaga is keeping the momentum going with her Mayhem era, which kicked off with her headlining performance at Coachella. As she gears up for her Mayhem Ball tour in July, fans are excited to see how Gaga will continue to blend her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights with her powerful performances.
Meanwhile, Chappell Roan, who recently dropped her track “The Giver,” is also making waves as she works on her upcoming sophomore album.
Lady Gaga’s latest album, Mayhem, is available on all streaming platforms. For tickets and more information on her upcoming performances, including her headlining shows at Coachella, fans can visit the official festival website.
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