In a candid Rolling Stone cover story, Lady Gaga opens up about the mental health challenges she faced during the making of A Star Is Born and in the months that followed while touring on her Joanne world tour. The pop icon reveals she was taking lithium to manage mood episodes, stating, "I did A Star Is Born on lithium," as she describes how the film’s creation intersected with her well-being. She recalls a period when her psyche felt unraveling behind the scenes, and the strain continued after filming as she pressed on with the Joanne tour. The interview confirms that the pressure culminated in a hospital stay for psychiatric care, a decision she says was necessary to safeguard her health and sustain her art. Gaga also discusses the impact of Joker 2 press coverage, describing it as going "so unhinged" and noting that the intensity of the backlash brought her to moments of disbelief and laughter. The conversation offers a rare, personal glimpse into the challenges of fame, mental health, and the resilience that fuels her ongoing work in music and acting.