Lady Gaga is Unrecognizable in Head-Turning Outfit at the 2025 VMAs

Lady Gaga is ready to have a mayhem ball.

To put it another way, the performer who sings “Bad Romance” embodied the eerie vibe of Wednesday when she attended the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards on September 7, dressing entirely in black.

Certainly, Lady Gaga-boasting 12 nominations-stepped onto the stage adorned in a black-and-purple floral lace gown by Marc Jacobs for the Fall/Winter 2025 collection, to accept the Artist of the Year award. Her ensemble, characterized by an abundance of black ruffles and finished with sheer lace gloves embellished with red flowers within her updo hairstyle, was further accentuated with red eyeshadow and lipstick, as well as bleached eyebrows.

The performer, who is contending in numerous prestigious categories such as Best Album for “Mayhem” and Video of the Year for “Die With a Smile,” collaborating with Bruno Mars, and her bold style choices, has become a regular spectacle at the award show (take a look at all the celebrities arriving here).

GaGa’s appearance is following a sudden delay of her September 3rd show in Miami, which was scheduled for her Mayhem Ball tour. This unexpected change occurred due to a problem with her vocal cords just before the concert.

Last night during rehearsal and tonight while warming up for a performance, my voice became severely strained. My director and vocal coach have cautioned me against performing due to the potential risks involved. Although I’d love to give it my all for you, I don’t want to jeopardize my long-term or permanent vocal health. She communicated this sentiment on her Instagram Stories, hours prior to the show.

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I’d like to share some insights about the intensity of my performances. While they’re thrilling and engaging, it’s crucial to acknowledge that the energy expended can potentially elevate the risk of injury. So, always remember to warm up properly, listen to your body, and prioritize safety.

She noted, “Though it was a tough and painful choice, what worries me most is the potential long-term effects on my vocal abilities.” She continued, “Please understand my deepest regrets if I’ve caused any frustration, disillusionment, or inconvenience.

Lady Gaga, having won a record-breaking 18 Moon Person awards at the VMAs, ended her statement by emphasizing the devotion of her fans. She expressed, “My dear fans, I adore you deeply, value your respect, and humbly offer my heartfelt, apologetic sentiments.

To see all the stars who attended the 2025 VMAs, keep reading.