In a viral TikTok video, Lady Gaga addressed a long-forgotten Facebook group created by her former classmates who mocked her dreams of stardom.
The group, titled "Stefani Germanotta, you will never be famous," was formed during her time at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, before she dropped out to pursue her music career.
Members of the group reportedly ridiculed Gaga's performances and aspirations, dismissing her as hopeful and having unrealistic ambitions. However, the tables have turned, as Gaga's career has soared.&nbsp;
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Lady Gaga talking about the infamous facebook group made against her before her debut, they will never make me hate her <a href="https://t.co/LxsNFNJ9vN">pic.twitter.com/LxsNFNJ9vN</a>
&mdash; Gagavoodo (@gagavoodo2) <a href="https://twitter.com/gagavoodo2/status/1834194701336850831?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 12, 2024</a></blockquote>
Gaga's response to the viral TikTok video was swift and powerful. "Some people I went to college [with] made this way back when," she commented, adding, "This is why you can't give up when people doubt you or put you down&mdash;gotta keep going."
In a 2016 interview, one of Gaga's former classmates, Lauren Bohn, recalled the cruelties inflicted by the Facebook group. She described how members would belittle Gaga's ambitions and even vandalize flyers for her shows. Bohn praised Gaga for her resilience and determination, noting that she had proven her doubters wrong.
Today, Lady Gaga is one of the most influential and celebrated artists. Her music has resonated with millions of fans worldwide, and her impact on popular culture is undeniable.
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