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She is set to star as ‘Black Widow’ Patrizia Reggiana in the new Ridley Scott film, House Of Gucci.
And Lady Gaga exuded 90s glamour as she filmed scenes at Villa Balbiano, Lake Como in Italy on Thursday with her on-screen ex-husband Adam Driver, who will play Maurizio Gucci in the drama based on real life events.
Gaga, 34, put on a passionate display with her co-star as she leaned in for a smooch while in the boat together, resting her hand on his thigh as they locked lips for the camera.
Pucker up! Lady Gaga exuded 90s glamour as she filmed scenes at Villa Balbiano, Lake Como in Italy on Thursday with her on-screen ex-husband Adam Driver, who will play Maurizio Gucci in the drama based on real life events
The duo sent temperatures soaring as they gave fans a glimpse at their on-screen chemistry, ahead of the release of the film.
In another romantic moment, Driver scooped Gaga up in his arms and lifted her out of the rowing boat once they had returned to try land.
Gaga looked effortlessly glamorous in a yellow checked mac and floral tuxedo dress on the back of a silver Vespa, before filming scenes on the lake in a rowing boat opposite Driver.
Romance: In another romantic moment, Driver scooped Gaga up in his arms and lifted her out of the rowing boat once they had returned to try land
Wow: Gaga, 34, put on a passionate display with her co-star as she leaned in for a smooch while in the boat together, resting her hand on his thigh as they locked lips for the camera
Hotting up: The duo sent temperatures soaring as they gave fans a glimpse at their on-screen chemistry, ahead of the release of the film
Smooch: Adam wrapped his arms around the singer as they filmed the passion clinch
Boat ride: Gaga tenderly put her hands on Adam’s cheeks as she leant in for the kiss
The scenes appear to depict happier times between the former couple, as the film follows Gaga’s character Patrizia’s plot to murder her ex-husband over fears their daughter wouldn’t receive her $170 million inheritance and she wouldn’t be entitled to a fair divorce settlement.
The actress and singer transformed into the criminal character by wearing a form-fitting white dress with yellow and black floral detailing, teamed with a pair of cream brogues.
Gaga’s typically bright blonde locks were dyed brunette and she wore them in a short voluminous style typical of the era, teamed with a full pallet of make-up and a pair of pearl earrings.
Couple: Gaga exuded 90s glamour as she filmed scenes at Villa Balbiano, Lake Como in Italy on Thursday with her on-screen ex-husband Adam Driver, who will play Maurizio Gucci in the drama based on real life events
Shooting: The scenes appear to depict happier times between the former couple, as the film follows Gaga’s character Patrizia’s plot to murder her ex-husband over fears their daughter wouldn’t receive her $170 million inheritance and she wouldn’t be entitled to a fair divorce settlement
Dressed to kill: The actress and singer transformed into the criminal character by wearing a form-fitting white dress with yellow and black floral detailing, teamed with a pair of cream brogues
Designer style: Gaga’s typically bright blonde locks were dyed brunette and she wore them in a short voluminous style typical of the era, teamed with a full pallet of make-up and a pair of pearl earrings
Aw! The actors proved to make the picture perfect pair as they cuddled up on the back of a Vespa
Row your boat! Driver was seen rowing the boat out to see opposite Gaga
What a laugh! The cast members and Ridley Scott appeared to be enjoying a joke together
The two actors appeared in great spirits as they filmed scenes on the famous lake together, sitting opposite one another in as Driver took charge and rowed the boat across the water.
Adam, 37, was dressed in a white turtleneck with a navy blazer and a pair of grey chinos, while he was also sporting a pair of large black-framed glasses.
As well as filming scenes with Adam, Gaga was also seen shooting alongside his on-screen father Aldo Gucci (Al Pacino, 80,) wearing a stunning white lace dress and matching jacket.
Scenes: The two actors appeared in great spirits as they filmed scenes on the famous lake together, sitting opposite one another in as Driver took charge and rowed the boat across the water
Characters: Adam, 37, was dressed in a white turtleneck with a navy blazer and a pair of grey chinos, while he was also sporting a pair of large black-framed glasses
Friends or foe? Despite the harrowingly plot line the duo appeared to be getting on famously in the scene
Ha! Something happening across the water appeared to have amused the duo as they rowed the boat
Masked up! Gaga sported a mask in between shooting scenes with Driver
What a laugh! Gaga appeared to share a laugh with director Ridley Scott on set
Cast and crew: The actors were surrounded by members of the crew who were sporting masks during filming
Behind the scenes: The actors and director appeared to have a great relationship off screen
Staying warm! A member of the crew was seen placing a fur coat over Gaga’s shoulders as she returned to land
Smooch: The on-screen couple were seen leaning in for a kiss while surrounded by camera men
It must be love! The duo were spotted in a passionate clinch
The duo were spotted outside a building, while Driver also appears in the scene and could be seen chatting to a valet nearby.
Proving Reggiani has expensive taste, she wore intricate gold jewellery including pearl earrings and a crucifix necklace.
Gaga, real name Stefani Germanotta, boosted her height with cream heels decorated with black straps as she clutched a chic black handbag.
The singer sported a voluminous brunette wig and full coverage make-up, while Adam wore a check shirt and navy blazer teamed with cream trousers and a Gucci belt, a nod to the film.
Help at hand! The crew members who were sporting PPE were seen helping the two actors out
All smiles: Everyone appeared to be in great spirits while shooting the movie
Meanwhile, Al Pacino was equally impeccably dressed in a three-piece pinstripe suit, which he wore with a pink shirt and a floral tie.
The star-studded crime drama, documents ‘black widow’ Reggiani Gucci’s plot to murder her ex-husband Maurizio, who was heir to the celebration Italian fashion empire.
Paolo Gucci (Jared Leto) was vice-president and managing director of both Gucci Shops Inc and Gucci Parfums of America, and was in the midst of the famous family’s constant jostle for power over its fashion empire.
He repeatedly came into conflict with his uncle Rodolfo (set to be played by Jeremy Irons in House of Gucci) over his plans to modernise the brand by marketing its name with a licensing operation, and was fired in 1978.
Beep beep! Adam could be seen on the back of the Vespa before being joined by his co-star Gaga
Ticket to ride: There was another Vespa next to Driver’s – possibly for Gaga
Co-stars: The duo appeared to be having a great time while out on the water together
Chatting: In between scenes they were seen taking direction from members of the crew
Off you go! Two male members of the crew lifted Gaga out of the boat
Chic: Gaga’s character looked impossibly chic as she navigated the stony beach
On a boat: The scene appeared misty as they filmed on the lake
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Over there! The actors appeared distracted by something happening outside the boat
Bye! Gaga seemed to be waving to someone as they sped off on the Vespa
Covered up: In between scenes they safely covered up in white coronavirus masks
Look of love! Another picture showed their intimate kissing moment
Paolo later clashed with his cousin Maurizio (played by Adam Driver) who took over Rodolfo’s shares in the company following his death in 1983, and even incriminated his own father Aldo by revealing he’d siphoned profits abroad to avoid paying taxes.
The businessman went onto seek bankruptcy in the 1990s due to debts of around $90 million, and just a week before his death in October 1995, signed a plan to pay back his creditors.
House of Gucci will predominantly focus on Patrizia Reggiani (played by Lady Gaga), who was found guilty of paying a hit man €300,000 (£240,000) to murder her ex-husband Maurizio.
Her husband had left her for another woman 10 years previously after telling her he was going on a short business trip, from which he never returned.
She was also said to be furious her former husband had started seeing other women, and feared her daughters’ $170 million inheritance was at risk if he remarried before ordering the hit.
On-screen: As well as filming scenes with Adam, Gaga was also seen shooting alongside his on-screen father Aldo Gucci (Al Pacino, 80,) wearing a stunning white lace dress and matching jacket
Cast: The duo were spotted outside a building, while Driver also appears in the scene and could be seen chatting to a valet nearby
Designer taste: Proving Reggiani has expensive taste, she wore intricate gold jewellery including pearl earrings and a crucifix necklace
Fashion: The singer sported a voluminous brunette wig and full coverage make-up, while Adam wore a check shirt and navy blazer teamed with cream trousers and a Gucci belt, a nod to the film
She also wanted more than the $650,000 she had been offered in a divorce settlement, the court heard.
Reggiani was initially sentenced to 29 years in 1998, which was reduced to 26 on appeal. She served 18 before being released in October 2014.
The film is based on the bestselling novel The House of Gucci: A Sensational Story of Murder, Madness, Glamour, and Greed by author Sara Gay Forden.
Reggiani eventually hired hitman Benedetto Ceraulo, a debt-ridden pizzeria owner who shot Gucci dead on the steps of his office in Milan as he arrived for work. Ceraulo was convicted and sentenced to life in prison.
She was convicted after her clairvoyant and confidante Pina Auriemma turned informer and told police about the plot.
Exchange: Gaga, real name Stefani Germanotta, boosted her height with cream heels decorated with black straps as she clutched a chic black handbag
Smart: Meanwhile, Al Pacino was equally impeccably dressed in a three-piece pinstripe suit, which he wore with a pink shirt and a floral tie
During the murder trial, which transfixed Italy, Reggiani arrived each day wearing head-to-toe Gucci clothes and accessories.
The court heard how she had ordered the murder of her husband after he offered her $650,000 in a divorce settlement.
She was initially sentenced to 29 years in 1998, which was reduced to 26 on appeal. She served 18 – with her pet ferret Bambi as a companion for some of the time – before being released in October 2014.
Having Bambi by her side was a special privilege negotiated by her lawyers — however he was to suffer an unfortunate demise when a fellow inmate accidentally sat on him.
Wealth: Maurizio was the grandson of Guccio Gucci — founder of the eponymous fashion house — while Patrizia came from rather more humble beginnings
Plot: The star-studded crime drama, documents ‘black widow’ Reggiani Gucci’s plot to murder her ex-husband Maurizio, who was heir to the celebration Italian fashion empire
Explosive: House of Gucci will focus on Patrizia Reggiani (played by Gaga), who was found guilty of paying a hit man €300k (£240k) to murder ex-husband Maurizio (Driver)
Shocking: Reggiani, pictured with Maurizio, was initially sentenced to 29 years in 1998, which was reduced to 26 on appeal. She served 18 before being released in October 2014
Well-known for her luxury lifestyle, Reggiani once said: ‘I’d rather cry in a Rolls than be happy on a bicycle’ and turned down the offer of day release while in prison because it would have meant doing ‘menial’ work.
In 2017 a court ruled Reggiani was entitled to receive £900,000 a year from her ex-husband’s fortune and she was given a lump sum of £16million for her time in prison.
Maurizio Gucci was the grandson of Guccio Gucci, founder of the fashion company made famous with its double G logo.
In the early 1990s it was hit by problems and he sold the label for $120 million, just two years before his death.
The new film, directed by Ridley Scott, is scheduled to go on general release from November 24th 2021.
The fashion empire of Gucci was founded in 1921 by Guccio Gucci, a Florentine leather merchant whose business of selling leather travel bags prospered after the Depression and World War Two.
Guccio’s son Aldo expanded the business into Paris, New York and Tokyo as the ‘twin Gs’ of the family name became a worldwide fashion icon.
By 1974, the Gucci empire numbered 14 stores and 46 franchised boutiques around the world.
At around the same time, celebrities like Jackie Kennedy were helping establish Gucci as the world’s leading fashion brand by embracing its products.
Maurizio Gucci, Guccio’s grandson and Aldo’s nephew, took control of the company from the board of directors after Aldo, who was sent to prison for tax evasion in 1986 aged 81.
However, Maurizio would be the last member of the family to head the Gucci business.
By 1989, nearly 50 per cent of the business had been bought out by Investcorp, a group of investment bankers angling for shares of the business.
In 1993, Maurizio sold his holding for $170m to a Bahrain-based investment company.
He looks like Austin Powers. Even has bad teeth.
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