A recently resurfaced video, originating from 2010, has revealed pop singer Miley Cyrus introducing music artist Lady Gaga to actor Joaquin Phoenix. This interaction took place over a decade before Phoenix and Gaga would co-star as DC villains Joker and Harley Quinn in the highly anticipated sequel, Joker 2. The video, which has collectively garnered tens of thousands of likes on various digital platforms, has become a popular point of discussion among fans of these renowned artists.
Miley Cyrus ‘Educates’ Phoenix About Lady Gaga
The video showcases Cyrus, known for her music and acting career, briefing Phoenix – a celebrated actor – about Lady Gaga, another prominent figure in the music industry. Interestingly, she uses Gaga’s 2008 hit, ‘Bad Romance’, as an introduction, resulting in Phoenix’s admission that he’s unfamiliar with the song.
Phoenix and Gaga, who have since become familiar colleagues, created quite a buzz when they appeared in the trailer for Joker 2. Fans found it amusing that Phoenix seemed to have learned about Gaga from Cyrus. The video quickly went viral, with viewers lauding Cyrus for ‘educating’ Phoenix about his future on-screen partner.
Lady Gaga Surprises Fans with Harley Quinn Role
Lady Gaga’s casting as Harley Quinn was met with surprise by many. The first photograph of Gaga in this role, released by Joker 2’s director Todd Philips last year, set tongues wagging in Hollywood and beyond. The official trailer has since been released and attracted considerable attention, amassing over 13 million views to date.
The memorable interaction between Cyrus and Phoenix happened during the filming of a video for To Write Love on Her Arms. This non-profit organization works towards bringing hope and help to people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. The full video, besides featuring Cyrus, Phoenix, and Liv Tyler, also touches on Cyrus’s career and her dance moves, which she attributes to Lady Gaga.
Joker: Folie à Deux Slated for October 2024 Release
Joker: Folie à Deux, wherein Phoenix and Gaga portray the notorious DC villains, is set to be released worldwide on October 4, 2024.
Wrapping Up
This behind-the-scenes peek into an initial interaction between two iconic figures in Hollywood, facilitated by another noteworthy individual, has brought a smile to many fans’ faces. As we eagerly await the release of Joker 2, viewers can re-live the amusing exchange via this link.
