Lady Gaga had an amazing red carpet experience at the 2023 Oscars. The 36-year-old star was the only one running in high heels to help a photographer who fell behind her, before sharing a kiss with actor Brendan Gleeson. The two entertainers hugged each other on the red carpet, posed for photos and even kissed each other on the lips as they lovingly greeted each other. Many fans are confused by their interaction, but there's actually a simple explanation for why the two have become so close.
Gaga and Gleeson are currently filming Joker: Pas de Deux alongside Joaquin Phoenix, who will reprise his Oscar-winning role as the Joker. The 13-time Grammy winner is rumored to be lending her voice to Harley Quinn, the Joker's flame from the comic book series who was previously portrayed by Margot Rowe in the DC film. Played by Margot Robbie. However, her role has yet to be confirmed and details of Gleason, 67, are being kept under wraps.
Both actors had good reason to leave the set of Joker to attend the Oscars. Gleeson was nominated for best supporting actor for his performance in "Inisherin ," his first Oscar nomination, while Gaga was nominated for "Hold My Hand" in "Top Gun: Maverick." "Won the third Oscar nomination for Best Original Song (and the fourth cumulative time).
Apparently, Gaga and Gleason's new working relationship was ignored by Twitter, as many users were confused by the photos.
Gaga would not have performed at the 2023 Oscars, as showrunner and showrunner Glenn Weiss announced during a press conference on March 8, leaving her decision Attributed to the filming schedule of "Joker 2" . However, Gaga surprised the audience by changing her mind at the 11th hour and performing "Hold My Hand," a song that was stripped down both aesthetically and musically and without a presenter lining up to introduce her.
Neither Gleeson nor Gaga were nominated, losing out to Everything Everywhere All At Once 's Ke Huy Quan and RRR 's Naatu Naatu, respectively.
