Netflix has officially released the first clip of Lady Gaga’s much-anticipated performance at Tudum 2025—and it’s every bit as theatrical, dark, and magnetic as fans hoped. Held at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, the annual Tudum global fan event was packed with surprises, but Gaga’s performance stole the show. It wasn’t just a concert; it was a gothic, cinematic spectacle that confirmed what fans had long speculated—Gaga is joining the cast of Wednesday Season 2.

The clip opens with an eerie stage setup: fog creeping across tombstones, dim lighting casting long shadows, and a mysterious coffin at center stage. As suspenseful music builds, the coffin bursts open and Lady Gaga emerges, dressed in a Victorian-inspired black ensemble complete with corset, lace gloves, and a dramatic veil. The words “Here lies the monster queen” etched onto the coffin served as a theatrical prelude to what followed—a performance that blended horror, high fashion, and hypnotic pop.

Performing tracks from her latest album Mayhem, including “Zombieboy” and “Abracadabra,” Gaga channeled gothic glam with signature intensity. Dancers dressed as Wednesday Addams joined her on stage to perform a reimagined version of the viral “Bloody Mary” dance that swept TikTok in 2022. As Gaga sang and twirled among them, the entire scene felt like a twisted fairy tale—perfectly in line with the Addams Family universe.

The surprise wasn’t just the performance—it was the announcement. Netflix confirmed during the event that Gaga will be joining Wednesday Season 2 as Rosaline Rotwood, a mysterious and legendary teacher at Nevermore Academy. According to insiders, her character will have a major role in Part 2 of the season, set to premiere on September 3, while Part 1 drops on August 6. Gaga’s casting immediately set social media ablaze, with fans already crafting theories about her role’s possible connection to the Addams legacy.

This isn’t just another acting cameo for Gaga—it’s the next chapter in a monumental year for the global superstar. In March 2025, she released Mayhem, her seventh studio album, which topped charts in over 20 countries. April saw her headline Coachella, and in May, she performed to a record-breaking crowd of 2.5 million on Copacabana Beach in Brazil. Now, she’s stepping into the spooky, stylized world of Tim Burton and Jenna Ortega.

The full Tudum performance clip is now available to stream across Netflix’s official platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. With stunning visuals, infectious energy, and a darkly elegant tone, it offers a glimpse into Gaga’s unique approach to the Wednesday universe.

One thing is clear: whether it’s music, movies, or macabre dance routines, Lady Gaga continues to defy convention—and we’re all here for it.