by Lady Gaga is known globally as one of the most successful and iconic pop stars of all time
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With her catchy dance-pop songs and outrageous fashion sense, Gaga broke boundaries and pushed creative boundaries with her music videos and performances. However, what many fans may not know is that Gaga has a great love and appreciation for comedy films. While she doesn’t openly discuss her favorite movies in great detail, some of her favorite funny films have come up in interviews over the years. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the comedies that Gaga has mentioned enjoying the most.
Bridesmaids (2011)
One comedy that Gaga has named as one of her favorites is the 2011 raunchy female-led film Bridesmaids. Directed by Paul Feig, Bridesmaids starred Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Rose Byrne and Maya Rudolph. The film was a massive critical and commercial hit, grossing over $288 million worldwide against a $32.5 million budget.
In numerous interviews, Gaga has praised Bridesmaids for its honest and hilarious portrayal of female friendship. She appreciated how the film tackled real-life issues women face in an hilarious yet grounded way. Gaga also loved the ensemble cast and felt they had great comedic chemistry together. In particular, she was a big fan of Melissa McCarthy’s breakout role in the film. McCarthy stole many scenes with her bold and unpredictable comedy.
Gaga said Bridesmaids felt refreshing for showing women being messy, crass and imperfect – traits that are rarely seen in female-led mainstream comedies. The film didn’t shy away from discussing bodily functions or relationship insecurities. For Gaga, this rawness and willingness to go there was really funny because it was so relatable. She felt the film celebrated female friendship in all its glorious complexity. It’s clear Bridesmaids left a big impression on Gaga and remains one of her all-time favorite comedy films.
The Hangover (2009)
Another comedy Gaga has mentioned loving is the smash hit 2009 film The Hangover. Directed by Todd Phillips, The Hangover starred Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis. The R-rated raunchy comedy followed a bachelor party in Las Vegas that goes completely and disastrously off the rails.
In interviews, Gaga praised The Hangover for its wild, unpredictable and shockingly hilarious storyline. She was blown away by how the film took the basic premise of a guys’ weekend and escalated the antics to absurd, cringe-worthy levels. Gaga appreciated how the film didn’t shy away from going to really extreme, taboo places with the comedy. She also loved the chemistry between Cooper, Helms and Galifianakis and felt they perfectly played off each other.
For Gaga, The Hangover captured that feeling of waking up after a crazy night out and not being able to remember a thing about what happened. She related to the panic and embarrassment the characters felt trying to piece together the night. Gaga also admired how the film pushed boundaries with its raunchy and politically incorrect humor. It’s clear The Hangover’s no-holds-barred approach to comedy left Gaga in stitches. The film remains one of the funniest she’s ever seen.
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004)
Another comedy classic Gaga has cited as a personal favorite is the 2004 Will Ferrell film Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. Directed and co-written by Adam McKay, Anchorman starred Ferrell as the narcissistic 1970s San Diego news anchor Ron Burgundy. Supported by an ensemble cast including Christina Applegate, Paul Rudd, Steve Carell and David Koechner, Anchorman was both a critical and box office success.
In interviews, Gaga expressed how much she adores Will Ferrell as a comedic actor and felt he was at his peak in Anchorman. She thought his over-the-top portrayal of the self-absorbed Ron Burgundy was hysterical. Gaga also loved the clever use of improvisation throughout the film which led to many hilarious ad-libbed moments and jokes.
For Gaga, Anchorman perfectly captured the exaggerated machismo and sexism that was prevalent in the 1970s media world. But it did so through an absurd comedic lens that had her in stitches. She also appreciated how the film poked fun at the petty rivalries between news teams in a hyperbolic way. Gaga admired how Anchorman pushed the boundaries of politically incorrect humor to create one of the funniest films of all time. It’s clear this comedy classic has a special place in Gaga’s heart.
Her Own Comedy Roles
In addition to her love of comedy films, Lady Gaga has also shown her comedic chops by taking on a few comedy roles herself over the years. Some of the most notable comedy projects Gaga has appeared in include:
American Horror Story: Hotel (2015-2016) – Gaga had a recurring role across 13 episodes of the fifth season of the FX anthology horror series American Horror Story. She played The Countess, a vampire who owns the Hotel Cortez. Gaga brought plenty of campy humor and over-the-top dramatics to the role.
Machete Kills (2013) – Gaga had a small but memorable part in Robert Rodriguez’s grindhouse action-comedy sequel Machete Kills. She played La Chameleón, an assassin who can blend into any crowd. Gaga fully committed to the absurdity and delivered her lines with tongue-in-cheek comedic timing.
Sin City: A Dame to Kill For (2014) – Gaga took on the role of stripper/assassin Josephine in Robert Rodriguez’s sequel to his 2005 neo-noir action film Sin City. While a more serious character than Machete Kills, Gaga brought a sly comedic edge to her femme fatale performance.
These supporting comedy roles demonstrated Gaga has a real knack for physical, over-the-top and self-aware comedic acting styles when given the chance. She clearly enjoys sending up her dark image with some humor. Gaga thrives in environments where she’s free to be bold, experimental and push boundaries – qualities that are a perfect fit for comedy films.
In Conclusion
While Lady Gaga is best known as a pop icon, her appreciation for comedy films gives fans a glimpse into another side of her personality – her love of raunchy, no-holds-barred humor. Movies like Bridesmaids, The Hangover and Anchorman all clearly left a mark on Gaga with their cringe-worthy yet relatable storylines and ensemble of hilarious actors. Gaga clearly respects comedy that isn’t afraid to get messy or cross lines. Her forays into comedy roles also demonstrate she has real comedic talent herself when given the opportunity. Even major pop stars need a good laugh, and for Gaga that comes from the world of comedy cinema.
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