Stephanie Joan Angelina Germanottaknown throughout the world as Lady GagaHe vividly remembers the dark years of his youth. The girl who sang while the teachers were teaching the class, the teenager who dreamed of becoming a star, was trapped in a hell of ridicule, shame and loneliness. “I'd come home from gym class and find insults written on my locker. It stays with you and hurts, In an interview with People He remembers his school days.
Lady Gaga is nothing new nuisance. From high school to college, his NYU classmates formed a ferocious Facebook group: “Stephanie Germanotta, You'll Never Be Famous”. These words became a constant echo that tormented her, fueled her doubts and affected her Self-esteem. “What bullies say stays with you for the rest of your life.”He later told the Australian newspaper in an interview. This constant harassment had a profound effect, marking his youth and leading to a struggle Depression and He Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
At his house, his mother, Cynthia GermanottaShe saw her daughter, who was previously happy and full of desires, fall into a cycle of sadness and loneliness. Cynthia admits that even though they tried to help her, in many cases she didn't know how. “Stephanie is unique and that's not always appreciated by her teammates”He remembered his mother in a press interview today. During their time in high school, The Emotional attacks And the rejection made Lady Gaga question her worth.
For Stephanie, music is her lifeline. Amidst ridicule and harassment, she channeled her pain into melodies, lyrics that spoke of self-improvement and self-love. After dropping out of college, he made a deal with his father: if his music career didn't take off within a year, he'd return to school. But things were not easy at first; Lost his first record deal Within a year.
He was able to achieve stardom with such successes “Just Dance” And “Poker Face”The abuse he suffered left deep scars. “I always felt like a failure.”She announced in a 2011 interview with People after receiving her first Grammy Award. Success didn't heal her emotional wounds and insecurities continued to haunt her, but music gave her a voice and a platform to express her pain.
Gaga's progress wasn't limited to the stage. In 2012, he created In this way the foundation was bornAn organization dedicated to the mental health of young people. Inspired by her own experiences and the emotional bond she shares with her fans, the foundation seeks to inspire kindness and respect among young people who, like her, have been bullied. Speaking about her foundation's mission, Gaga said, “I want my fans to feel like they're not alone.
During his presentation Harvard To officially launch the foundation, Gaga shared her philosophy: “Everyone deserves to be nurtured.”. Through her foundation, Lady Gaga promotes bravery and self-acceptance, trying to prevent other young people from suffering the same hardships she experienced.
The struggle for emotional stability continues to be a part of her daily life, which she openly shares with her supporters. Although Gaga has overcome many obstacles, she has made it clear that the effects of bullying and the trauma she experienced did not magically disappear. At every step of his career, from success to A Oscar To play the role of “Shallow”. Partner Inside A star is bornHe reconnects with his past feelings.
“Bullying really helped me play Ally,” agreed People Talking about his character in the film. Despite being one of the world's most famous stars, Lady Gaga isn't ashamed that her past traumas have shaped her, but it's driven her to be a tireless advocate for compassion.
Today in his thirties, he continues to be the voice of the silenced. “Being awesome can change the world. I learned that the hard way, but I wouldn't change it for anything.He said in an interview to TODAY.