Lady Gaga reveals how Michael Polansky proposed and shares wedding plans

Lady Gaga recently opened up about her romantic proposal from longtime partner Michael Polansky. During her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on 1st October, the Joker: Folie à Deux star shared details about the moment Polansky asked her to marry him. The tech entrepreneur and investor popped the question shortly after Gaga’s birthday, adding an unexpected twist to their adventure-filled trip.

"He proposed to me right after my birthday, so my birthday passed, and I was like, ‘Oh, I thought he was going to propose,'" Gaga told host Jimmy Kimmel, recalling her initial thoughts.

Polansky chose to surprise Lady Gaga during a rock climbing trip. She explained,

"We went on a trip together, and we went rock climbing... which was super fun." When asked by Kimmel if she was an avid rock climber, Gaga joked, "I do now. I would do anything for love."

The couple reached the summit, took pictures, and enjoyed the view. However, the proposal happened later, in a less conventional way. Gaga revealed that Polansky sought her permission before officially proposing.

"He actually — it was very Michael — he asked me if he could ask me. He wanted to know if it was okay to propose before he proposed. And I was like, ‘Yes, it’s so okay!'"

Polansky didn’t get down on one knee, but Gaga had no issue with that. She said that she is a 'modern lady', embracing the non-traditional approach.

As for their wedding plans, Lady Gaga mentioned they’ve discussed a more intimate ceremony, perhaps at a courthouse.

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Lady Gaga got a surprise proposal after a rock climbing adventure

Lady Gaga and Michael Polansky were first linked in early 2020 when they were spotted together during the Super Bowl weekend in Miami. Talking about their wedding plans, she further shared on the show, saying,

"We actually talk a lot about just going to a courthouse, just the two of us, and ordering Chinese food," she shared with a laugh.

Yet, Gaga couldn’t rule out the possibility of something more extravagant.

Polansky, known for running various charities and businesses tied to Facebook co-founder Sean Parker, has also collaborated with Gaga on professional projects. He’s the executive co-producer of Joker: Folie à Deux, the highly anticipated sequel to 2019’s Joker. The couple is also working together on a companion album for the film, titled Harlequin.

Speaking about their professional partnership, Lady Gaga expressed her excitement at the Los Angeles premiere of the movie:

"We were all warmed up and ready to go," she said. She also shared her affection for Polansky, calling him her "best friend" and adding, "I just love my fiancé so much."

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More about the couple

Lady Gaga and Michael Polansky first sparked dating rumors when they were spotted kissing at a New Year’s Eve party in Las Vegas in 2020. Later, they confirmed their relationship during the 2020 Super Bowl.

Lady Gaga made their relationship Instagram official, sharing a cozy photo of them on a yacht, the same year. Since then, the couple has maintained a low profile, balancing their private lives with their public appearances.

More recently, during the 2024 Paris Olympics, Gaga confirmed her engagement to Polansky in a conversation with ex- French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, according to People magazine.

Previously, on November 2021, in a conversation with Vogue US, Gaga spoke about how Polansky has impacted her life, describing him as "so smart and so kind." She highlighted their differences, noting that Polansky is a very private individual.

"But I think what I want my fans to know is that I’m just, like, so happy,” Gaga said, emphasizing her joy in their relationship.

As for her career, Lady Gaga is set to appear alongside Joaquin Phoenix in Joker: Folie à Deux, where she will portray Harley Quinn. Directed by Todd Phillips and produced by DC Studios and Warner Bros. Pictures, the film will hit theaters globally on October 4, 2024.

Lady Gaga’s fans are eagerly awaiting her performance, as well as any potential updates on her wedding plans with Michael Polansky.