Lady Gaga recently found herself at the centre of swirling rumours about her being pregnant. Speculation started when fans noticed what they thought was a baby bump in her latest photos. The rumours quickly spread across social media, suggesting that Gaga was expecting her first child with her boyfriend, Michael Polansky. However, the singer promptly quashed these rumours with a clever response involving a song from Taylor Swift’s latest album, The Tortured Poet’s Department.
Taylor Swift Defends Lady Gaga on TikTok Amid Pregnancy Rumours
Taylor Swift swiftly came to Gaga's defence, condemning the rumours and those who spread them. In a comment on Gaga's TikTok video, Taylor wrote, "Can we all agree that it is invasive and irresponsible to comment on a woman’s body?" She added, "Gaga doesn’t owe anyone an explanation, and neither does any woman." Taylor's comment, made on June 5, emphasised the importance of respecting women’s privacy and their bodies.
To address the rumours, Lady Gaga posted a TikTok video. In the video, she appeared at the gym and referenced Taylor Swift’s Billboard Top 100 song Down Bad, saying, "Not pregnant—just down bad crying at the gym." This humorous yet pointed message made it clear that the pregnancy rumours were false.
Taylor Swift's Experience with Similar Rumours
Taylor Swift is no stranger to pregnancy rumours herself. Recently, while on the European Eras Tour, fans speculated about her possibly being pregnant, scrutinising photos for any signs of a baby bump.
In her Netflix documentary Miss Americana, Taylor discussed how such speculations have negatively impacted her body image and mental health. She expressed how harmful and intrusive these rumours can be, highlighting the need for more respectful behaviour from fans and media alike.
Earlier, Lady Gaga had shown her support for Taylor Swift in a comment on one of Taylor’s videos. The video was a clip from Taylor’s documentary, where she talked about her struggles with eating habits. Gaga praised Taylor’s honesty, writing, "That’s really brave. Everything you said, wow."