5 Famous Singers Lady Gaga Competed With to Star in 'A Star is Born' (1 Wasn't Interested & the Studio Couldn't Afford Another)

Lady Gaga stole the show with her performance in A Star is Born, but it turns out that several other big singers were considered for the role before she was cast.

Her portrayal of singer/songwriter Ally Maine alongside Bradley Cooper earned Gaga her first Oscar win and laid the groundwork for future roles, including Joker: Folie a Deux.

The lead in A Star is Born is a storied part to land, and it’s been played by the greats in the past. This made it an even bigger accomplishment for Mother Monster!