Lady Gaga has put an end to the persistent rumors about her and Bradley Cooper being romantically involved, confirming that their intense on-screen chemistry was purely professional.
During an interview on February 28 with Jimmy Kimmel on ABC, Gaga addressed the speculation that followed their emotional performance of “Shallow” at the 91st Academy Awards. Many fans and media outlets believed there was something more than acting between the A Star is Born co-stars, especially after their captivating Oscars performance.
The Truth Behind Their Oscars Performance
When Jimmy Kimmel remarked on the duo’s undeniable chemistry, noting their shared glances and body language, Lady Gaga explained that everything was carefully planned. “Shallow is a love song, and A Star is Born is a love story. It was crucial for us to connect deeply with each other while performing. That’s what we wanted the audience to feel,” Gaga said. She emphasized that their interaction was part of their roles, and it was essential to convey the love story to the audience.
Gaga also mentioned that her on-stage connection with Bradley Cooper wasn’t all that different from her performances with the legendary Tony Bennett during their Cheek to Cheek Live! series in 2014. The singer laughed off the rumors, stating, “I’m an artist, and I think we both did a great job.”
Bradley Cooper’s Dedication
Lady Gaga also expressed her admiration for Bradley Cooper’s dedication to the project. Besides starring in the film, Cooper also took on the roles of producer and director, even coming up with the detailed ideas for their memorable Oscars performance. Reflecting on the moment, Gaga said, “I was so excited to see everyone watching him sing live. The moment he sang, ‘Tell me something, girl,’ the audience erupted in applause. I thought to myself, ‘That’s right, Bradley! Keep going!’”
Fans React to Their Emotional Performance
The pair’s performance at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on February 24 left the audience mesmerized. During the song “Shallow,” Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper stood close, gazing deeply into each other’s eyes. At the end of the song, they held hands as they walked off the stage, further fueling rumors of a real-life romance.
When Lady Gaga won the Oscar for Best Original Song, she couldn’t help but praise her co-star, saying, “Bradley, there’s no one in the world who could sing this song with me but you. I love you.” This public display of affection sparked an online frenzy, with fans hoping that the on-screen romance would turn into real-life love.
Addressing the Rumors
Despite the overwhelming fan support for a romance, Lady Gaga clarified that her relationship with Bradley Cooper was purely professional. Fans had been speculating about the two since the release of A Star is Born, particularly after both Gaga and Cooper experienced significant personal changes. In February, Gaga called off her engagement to Christian Carino, and in June, Cooper separated from his long-time partner, supermodel Irina Shayk.
However, Gaga was quick to remind fans that Cooper and Irina Shayk were still in a committed relationship at the time. Shayk even attended the Oscars with Cooper and stood up to applaud their heartfelt performance, putting to rest any lingering rumors about a romantic connection.
