If one thing’s for certain, we can always count on Lady Gaga to do the absolute most when stepping out for any and all awards shows. From meat-themed dresses (a true cultural reset) to gowns with the deepest plunge, the singer consistently sports the most memorable looks on the carpet — and her appearance at the 2023 Academy Awards was no different.
Though rumors swirled that she wouldn't be able to attend, she arrived on the carpet wearing a sheer, drop-waist gown from Versace that had exposed boning and a sweeping black skirt. She added red lipstick to the look and a sleek, simple French braid. The gown had long sleeves and Versace's signature Medusa medallion at the waist, which matched the huge, shimmering choker that added major sparkle to her ensemble.
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Lady Gaga’s presence at this year’s red carpet (where she’ll later be in the running for Best Original Song with Top Gun: Maverick’s “Hold My Hand” nominated during the ceremony) is not to be taken lightly, as it comes only a year after she opted to skip the Oscars carpet altogether in favor of another party.
After getting infamously snubbed out of a nomination for her work as Patrizia Regazzi in House of Gucci last year, the multi-hyphenate decided to make a statement by attending Elton John AIDS Foundation's Academy Awards Viewing Party before attending Hollywood’s biggest night, where she served as a presenter.
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During the pre-show event, Gaga donned a stunning cream gown that featured a strapless neckline and the most voluminous tulle bust paired with a trio of Tiffany & Co. jewelry pieces worn on her neck, ears, and wrist.