The A Star Is Born cast features Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper and Sam Elliott. This info article contains minor spoilers and character details for Bradley Cooper’s 2018 Netflix movie. Check out more cast guides in Vague Visages’ Know the Cast category.

A Star Is Born explores the relationship between a famous male singer and his female protégé. As Jack’s career spirals out of control, he feels inspired upon visiting a drag bar and meeting a young performer. The narrative follows the main protagonists as they develop a romantic yet tragic relationship. Here’s every actor and character in A Star Is Born, a remake of George Cukor’s 1954 movie of the same name.

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A Star Is Born Cast: Lady Gaga as Ally

Character Profile: A 31-year old waitress and singer. She catches the attention of a rock star upon performing an Édith Piaf tribute at a drag bar. Ally hesitantly pursues a romantic relationship with her mentor despite his wildly unpredictable behavior.

Lady Gaga’s Resume: A Grammy Award-Winning Musician — Also, La Camaleón in Machete Kills (2013), Scátha in American Horror Story (2015-16), Patrizia Reggiani in House of Gucci (2021), Lee Quinzel in Joker: Folie à Deux (2024)

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A Star Is Born Cast: Bradley Cooper as Jack

Character Profile: A 43-year old rock star. He is an alcoholic who struggles with hearing issues and suicidal tendencies. Jack mentors and marries Ally but doesn’t fully agree with her career choices.

Cooper’s Resume: Pat in Silver Linings Playbook (2012), Richie DiMaso in American Hustle (2013), Chris Kyle in American Sniper (2014), Jack in A Star Is Born (2018), Leonard Bernstein in Maestro (2023)

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A Star Is Born Cast: Sam Elliott as Bobby

Character Profile: Jack’s half-brother and manager. He is a former singer with a stoic personality. Bobby supports Jack but worries about his self-destructive behavior.

Elliott’s Resume: Wade Garrett in Roadhouse (1989), Kermit Newman in The Contender (2000), Ross in Hulk (2003), Beau Bennett in The Ranch (2016-20), Lee Hayden in The Hero (2017)

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A Star Is Born Cast: Andrew Dice Clay as Lorenzo

Character Profile: Ally’s father. He is a driver and former crooner. Lorenzo likes to remind people that singer Paul Anka once told him that he had similar talent as the legendary Frank Sinatra.

Clay’s Resume: A Famous Stand-Up Comedian — Also, Max Goldman in Crime Story (1986-88), Ford Fairlane in The Adventures of Ford Fairlane (1990), Augie in Blue Jasmine (2013), Louis “Butchie” Peraino in Pam & Tommy (2022)

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A Star Is Born Cast: Rafi Gavron as Rez Gavron

Character Profile: Ally’s manager. He works for Interscope Records. Rez resents Jack’s presence in Ally’s life.

Gavron’s Resume: Miro in Breaking and Entering (2006), Dev in Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist (2008), Josh in The Cold Light of Day (2012), Ernie Nunzi in Godfather of Harlem (2019-21), Aarfy in Catch-22 (2019)

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A Star Is Born Cast: Anthony Ramos as Ramon

Character Profile: Ally’s co-worker and good friend. He urges her to pursue a friendship with Jack. Ramon tags along for some of Ally’s biggest career moments.

Ramos’ Resume: Ramon in A Star Is Born (2018), John Laurens/Philip Hamilton in Hamilton (2020), Usnavi in In the Heights (2021), Eladio in In Treatment (2021), Javi in Twisters (2024)

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The A Star Is Born cast also includes:

• Dave Chappelle as George ‘Noodles’ Stone
• Alec Baldwin as Alec Baldwin
• Marlon Williams as Marlon Williams
• Brandi Carlile as Brandi Carlile
• Ron Rifkin as Carl
• Barry Shabaka Henley as Little Feet
• Michael D. Roberts as Matty
• Michael Harney as Wolfie
• Rebecca Field as Gail
• Derek Kevin Jones as Etta James

Q.V. Hough (@QVHough) is Vague Visages’ founding editor.