Lady Gaga's Father reveals ‘Dicey’ relationship with singer after Trump endorsement

Lady Gaga's father, Joe Germanotta, recently opened up about the challenges he's faced in his relationship with his daughter since endorsing Donald Trump for president. Germanotta, a restaurateur, explained on Fox Business’s Cavuto: Coast to Coast that things have been “dicey at home” since he publicly identified as a Republican. His endorsement of Trump, made in September, has sparked a rift between him and his daughter, the pop star Lady Gaga, who has very different political beliefs.

Gaga, who is 38, is a dedicated Democrat and made her stance clear when she supported Kamala Harris in the recent elections. During Harris’s campaign, Gaga delivered a powerful speech and performed patriotic songs at a rally in Philadelphia, advocating for women’s voices in politics. In contrast, her father’s political views have created some friction between them, yet Germanotta believes they will eventually reconcile their differences. 

Germanotta's perspective on Republican values

Germanotta said he wants others to understand that his support for Trump doesn’t mean he’s against the LGBTQ community or drag culture. At his New York City restaurant, Joanne Trattoria, Germanotta hosts regular drag performances as a form of artistic expression and community gathering. His goal is to create a space that welcomes all, including LGBTQ artists who perform at his restaurant multiple times a week. He believes his conservative values can coexist with his support for diverse forms of expression and community inclusiveness. 

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Despite their political rift, Germanotta expressed hope that he and Gaga can find common ground. He emphasized his pride in both his beliefs and his support for drag as an art form, indicating that while their differences may be “dicey” now, he feels confident they’ll move past them. 

Lady Gaga's strong democratic stance

While her father aligns with Trump, Gaga has been outspoken in her support for Democratic leaders. Her speech during Harris’s campaign highlighted the importance of women’s voices in decision-making. Gaga has long been a vocal advocate for various social issues, from women’s rights to LGBTQ+ causes, which contrasts sharply with her father’s Republican endorsement. Despite their differences, Gaga continues to focus on her music and advocacy, maintaining her platform as a pop icon and activist. 

The tension between Gaga and her father reflects the broader challenges that families can face over political disagreements, but both seem determined to keep moving forward, each with their own beliefs and values.