Lady Gaga, the Grammy- and Oscar-winning pop singer, has found love with Michael Polansky, and their relationship has been a whirlwind of romance and public appearances. The couple, who have been together since early 2020, recently announced their engagement at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
How They Met
Lady Gaga and Michael Polansky first met at a friends birthday party. Gaga recalls that her mother, Cynthia Germanotta, had met Polansky through philanthropic work and told her, 'I think I just met your husband.' Despite initial reservations, Gaga attended the party and had a three-hour conversation with Polansky, which she described as 'the most amazing conversation.' Polansky, struck by Gagas warmth and openness, found an immediate connection with her.
Public Debut and Growing Relationship
The couple made their public debut in February 2020 at Super Bowl LIV in Miami, where they were spotted kissing on a balcony. Gaga later made their relationship Instagram official with a post captioned, 'We had so much fun in Miami. Love to all my little monsters and fans, youre the best .' This marked the beginning of a highly visible and affectionate relationship, with the pair attending various high-profile events together, including the Critics Choice Awards and President Joe Bidens inauguration.
Deepening Connection and Engagement
Over the years, Gaga and Polansky have deepened their connection, with Gaga often expressing her admiration for him. In an interview, Gaga called Polansky the 'love of her life' and praised his support and hard work. Their relationship has been described as one where they 'almost act like a married couple already,' with a strong bond over their mutual focus on charity and philanthropy. In April 2024, Polansky proposed to Gaga after a day of rock climbing, and she confirmed their engagement at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Gaga has gushed about how her life changed after meeting Polansky, saying, 'When you are with your best friend, everything changes.' She has expressed her gratitude for having found a partner who supports her and with whom she shares a deep emotional connection.
Michael Polansky: The Man Behind the Love
Michael Polansky is the CEO of The Parker Group, a firm that manages the business and philanthropic endeavors of Sean Parker, the co-founder of Napster and an early investor in Facebook. Polansky graduated from Harvard University with a degree in applied mathematics and computer science. He is known for his philanthropic work, particularly with the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy, and has been a grounding presence in Gagas life, often described as her 'North Star.'
As Gaga and Polansky prepare for their future together, they have expressed their desire to settle down and potentially start a family. Gaga has mentioned that she sees a long-term future with Polansky and is eager to focus on this new chapter of her life.
