Joaquin Phoenix recalls nerve-wracking experience singing in front of Lady Gaga

Joaquin Phoenix had an unforgettable experience singing in front of Lady Gaga on the set of Joker: Folie à Deux.

The actor, reprising his role as Arthur Fleck/Joker in the musical sequel, remembered the moment vividly, especially since Gaga is a renowned Grammy-winning singer who also plays Lee/Harley Quinn in the film.

“I do seem to remember her spitting up coffee the first time I sang, so that felt good, that was exciting and made me feel confident,” Phoenix quipped during an interview with Empire magazine.

He later collaborated with the vocalist of Shallow to create a melodic beat between their roles in the much-awaited movie.

“Gaga was always very encouraging of just, ‘Go with what you feel, it’s fine’,” Phoenix said. “For somebody who’s not a performer in that way, it can be… uncomfortable to do that, but also very exciting.”