Arts & Entertainment
Lady Gaga sued for ‘Born This Way’
Lady Gaga is being sued by French artist Orlan over her “Born This Way” music video and album artwork.
According to Dazed, Orlan, whose real name is Mireille Porte, has filed a $31.7 million lawsuit claiming Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way” look copies her own. Lady Gaga wears prosthetics mimicking elaborate body modifications in both the “Born This Way” music video and single cover artwork.
Orlan’s signature look achieves the same body modification effect except the artist actually underwent surgery to get the look.
“Whether in France or in the United States, Orlan’s unique artwork should be protected,” say Orlan’s lawyers. “We hope that questioning members of Lady Gaga’s creative team will aid the French court in deciding the case.”
The lawsuit began proceedings in 2013 in Paris but papers have now been officially filed.
“This is nothing but an attempt by the plaintiff to generate U.S. press coverage around a meritless case that was filed in France several years ago,” Lady Gaga’s representatives responded.
Out & About
Blade Summer Kickoff Party returns to Rehoboth
Politicians slated to speak at annual Blue Moon party
The Washington Blade’s 17th annual Summer Kickoff Party returns Friday, May 17, 5-7 p.m. at the Blue Moon (35 Baltimore Ave.) in Rehoboth Beach, Del.
It’s an exciting election year in Delaware, which is poised to elect its first Black woman senator (Lisa Blunt Rochester) and the nation’s first transgender member of Congress (Sarah McBride).
McBride is scheduled to speak at the party along with several politicos from the area. With the retirement of longtime state Rep. Peter C. Schwartzkopf, a staunch LGBTQ ally, three strong contenders are running to replace him. All three — Marty Rendon, Kathy McGuiness, and Claire Snyder-Hall — are slated to speak at the party. A representative from Blunt Rochester’s campaign is scheduled to speak, along with Kim Leisey, the new executive director of CAMP Rehoboth.
Tax-deductible tickets are $20 and available on Eventbrite or via the Blade’s Facebook page. The party is sponsored by Justin Noble of Sotheby’s, The Avenue Inn & Spa, and Blue Moon.
Andy Cohen, executive producer of “The Real Housewives” franchise and host of “Watch What Happens Live,” will return to Sixth & I on Wednesday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m.
This event will be his fifth appearance at the venue to celebrate the paperback release of his New York Times bestselling memoir, “The Daddy Diaries,” talk about the latest Housewives happenings, and answer audience questions about everyone’s favorite Bravolebrities.
Cohen will be in conversation with Rep. Robert Garcia, who represents California and is the first LGBTQ immigrant to win a congressional seat. Rep. Garcia has also been known to quote from “The Real Housewives” in congressional hearings.
Tickets start at $12 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
“Herses- Purse Frist Extravaganza” will be on Friday, May 3 at 9 p.m. at 1835 14th St. N.W. This will be an evening of dancing and performances, hosted by HAUS of Bambi Award-winning Performance Artist, BUMPER. Refreshments are also available for purchase.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.