POP star Lady Gaga will honor David Bowie with “an experiential tribute” at this month’s Grammy Awards.
The performance will be overseen by Chic’s Nile Rodgers, who produced Bowie’s hit album “Let’s Dance” in 1983.
“The tribute will be a multisensory testament to the icon’s incredible artistry and a reflection of his limitless creativity,” said the Recording Academy in a statement.
Gaga has previously credited Bowie as an inspiration.
“He’s sort of like an alien prince,” she once told chat show host Alan Carr. “Every morning I wake up and I think, ‘What would Bowie do?’”
“We had already booked Lady Gaga on this year’s show, but when David passed — almost in a single moment — we knew we had to change direction,” said Ken Ehrlich, executive producer of the Grammys.
“We immediately spoke and agreed that she should be the one to honor David. She’s perfect for it.”
The Grammys will be held in Los Angeles on Feb. 15. Gaga is nominated for best song written for visual media, thanks to her Diane Warren-penned ballad “Til It Happens to You,” from the documentary “The Hunting Ground.”
Other performers on the night include Adele, Kendrick Lamar, James Bay, Ellie Goulding and Carrie Underwood.
During his career, Bowie was nominated for 11 Grammys but only won once — when “Jazzin’ for Blue Jean” was awarded best video in 1985. He also received a lifetime achievement prize in 2006.
The star died of cancer Jan. 10, just days after releasing his new album, “Blackstar.” It will be eligible for honors at next year’s Grammy ceremony.
A Bowie tribute is also planned for the Brit Awards, which take place Feb. 24. Details have yet to be announced, but media reports suggest that Noel Gallagher, Bono, Adele and Damon Albarn have been invited to take part.
(SD-Agencies)
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