Lady Gaga now ‘Honorary citizen of Sydney’ for supporting gay rights

Pop superstar Lady Gaga has been honoured with the title of ‘Honorary citizen of Sydney’ for her “unwavering support” of gay rights.

The ‘Born This Way’ singer was given the honour as she delighted fans with surprise shows at two city nightspots during a low-key tour of Sydney.

“Lady Gaga has been a powerful force for the gay and lesbian community in Sydney, and we have a rare honour for people whose achievements embrace the ideals and spirit of our city - the title of ‘Honorary citizen of Sydney’” The Telegraph quoted Lord Mayor Clover Moore as saying on Tuesday.

“I am extending that honour to Lady Gaga,” she stated.

Moore said the award paid tribute to the artist’s use of her “star power to focus the world’s attention on the prejudice still directed at gay men and women.”