A closer look at the lasting mark left by Lady Gaga—a timeline of influence.
Lady Gaga, born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, is a highly influential American singer, songwriter, and actress. She's renowned for her constant image reinventions and her versatility, making her a significant figure in popular music and entertainment. Her impact extends beyond music, solidifying her status as a pop culture icon.
2009: Greatest Pop Star of 2009
Billboard named Lady Gaga "the Greatest Pop Star of 2009" due to her rapid rise and game-changing impact on the music scene.
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April 2010: "Bad Romance" Becomes Most Watched Video on YouTube
In April 2010, the music video for "Bad Romance" became the most watched video on YouTube.
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2010: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2010, Time magazine named Lady Gaga one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
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2010: Included on Forbes' Celebrity 100
Lady Gaga was included on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list from 2010 to 2015 and 2018 to 2020. She also appeared on Forbes' list of the World's Most Powerful Women from 2010 to 2014 and was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
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2011: Most Followed Person on Twitter
According to Guinness World Records, from 2011 to 2013 Lady Gaga was the most followed person on Twitter.
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2011: Guinness World Record for Lady Gaga Impersonators
In 2011, 121 women dressed as Lady Gaga gathered at the Grammy Awards, earning the Guinness World Record for the Largest Gathering of Lady Gaga Impersonators.
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2011: Named "Queen of Pop" by Rolling Stone
In 2011, Lady Gaga was named the "Queen of Pop" by Rolling Stone based on her record sales and social media presence.
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2011: Sociology of Fame Course
In early 2011, sociologist Mathieu Deflem of the University of South Carolina began offering a course titled "Lady Gaga and the Sociology of the Fame," aiming to unravel the sociologically relevant dimensions of Lady Gaga's fame.
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2012: Ranked Fourth in VH1's Greatest Women in Music
In 2012, Lady Gaga ranked fourth in VH1's Greatest Women in Music. She also became a feature of the temporary exhibition The Elevated. From the Pharaoh to Lady Gaga at the National Museum in Warsaw.
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2012: Meat Dress Displayed at National Museum of Women in the Arts
In 2012, the meat dress Lady Gaga wore to the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards was displayed at the National Museum of Women in the Arts.
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2013: Most Famous Celebrity
According to Guinness World Records, in 2013 Lady Gaga was the most famous celebrity. She also ranked second in Time magazine's most influential people of the past ten years readers' poll.
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2013: The Fame Listed as One of the Greatest Debut Albums
In 2013, Rolling Stone listed The Fame as one of the 100 Greatest Debut Albums of All-Time, solidifying Gaga's influence on synth-pop.
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2014: Most Powerful Popstar
According to Guinness World Records, Lady Gaga was the most powerful popstar in 2014.
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September 2015: Meat Dress Enters Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
In September 2015, the meat dress Lady Gaga wore to the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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2015: Time on Gaga's impact on pop music
In 2015, Time noted that Lady Gaga had "practically invented the current era of pop music as spectacle".
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2015: Included on Forbes' Celebrity 100
Lady Gaga was included on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list from 2010 to 2015 and 2018 to 2020.
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2017: "Bad Romance", "Alejandro", and "Poker Face" Ranked as Catchiest Songs
In 2017, a study published by Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Arts found that Gaga's "Bad Romance", "Alejandro", and "Poker Face" ranked among the catchiest tracks.
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2018: Estimated Sales of 170 Million Records
As of 2018, Lady Gaga had estimated sales of 170 million records, making her one of the world's bestselling music artists.
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2018: Named Second Most Influential Female Artist of the 21st Century
In 2018, NPR named Lady Gaga the second most influential female artist of the 21st century, recognizing her impact in the Internet age.
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2018: Included on Forbes' Celebrity 100
Lady Gaga was included on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list from 2010 to 2015 and 2018 to 2020.
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2019: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2019, Lady Gaga was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
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2019: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People Again
In 2019, Time magazine again recognized Lady Gaga as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
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October 2020: Estimated Net Worth of $150 Million
As of October 2020, Forbes estimated Lady Gaga's net worth at $150 million.
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2020: Six Singles Appeared on IFPI's Top 10 Global Singles Chart
As of 2020, six of Lady Gaga's singles have appeared on the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry's annual Top 10 Global Singles chart, setting a record for the most entries by any female artist.
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2020: "Born This Way" listed in "The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time"
In 2020, Rolling Stone listed Lady Gaga's "Born This Way" in "The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time".
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2020: Included on Forbes' Celebrity 100
Lady Gaga was included on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list from 2010 to 2015 and 2018 to 2020.
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May 2021: "Born This Way Day" in West Hollywood
In May 2021, West Hollywood declared May 23 as "Born This Way Day" to celebrate the album's tenth anniversary and its cultural impact, presenting Gaga with a key to the city.
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2021: "Bad Romance" Featured on Rolling Stone's Lists
In 2021, "Bad Romance" and its music video were featured on Rolling Stone's lists of the "500 Greatest Songs of All Time" and "100 Greatest Music Videos of All Time".
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2021: People's Best Dressed Stars List
In 2021, People ranked Lady Gaga number one on their "Best Dressed Stars" list, praising her high-fashion designs and elegant style.
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2022: Grossed Over $689.5 Million in Concert Revenue
As of 2022, Lady Gaga has grossed more than $689.5 million in revenue from concert tours and residencies, with an attendance of 6.3 million.
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2023: Included Among Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers of All Time
In 2023, Rolling Stone included Lady Gaga among the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.
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2024: Placed Fifth on Billboard's List of the Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century
Lady Gaga placed fifth on Billboard's list of the Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century in 2024.
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