Who Is Michael Polansky? Lady Gaga’s Fiancé, New Dad, Career, Net Worth & Family Background (Updated September 2026)

Michael Polansky (born September 26, 1983) is an American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, philanthropist, music producer, and songwriter. He holds a degree in applied mathematics and computer science from Harvard University, graduating in 2006.

After college he spent more than three years as an Investment Associate at Bridgewater Associates. He later joined Founders Fund and became closely involved with Sean Parker’s business and philanthropic interests, eventually serving as CEO of the Parker Group and executive director of the Parker Foundation.

In 2016 he helped launch the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy with Parker. More recently he co-founded Outer Biosciences (also referred to as Outer Bio), a biotech company that develops platforms to keep full-thickness human skin alive and measurable for weeks, pairing the tissue with AI models for skin-health research. The company raised approximately $23 million and exited stealth in August 2026; Lady Gaga sits on its board. Polansky also serves on the board of Haus Labs.

He has collaborated creatively with Gaga, earning production and writing credits on her 2024 soundtrack album Harlequin and 2025 album Mayhem, and co-producing elements of her Mayhem Ball tour.

Polansky’s philanthropic work through the Parker Foundation focuses on life sciences, global public health, civic engagement, and related areas.

How Old Is Michael Polansky and What Is His Height?

As of September 2026, Michael Polansky is 42 years old (born September 26, 1983, in Minnesota). He is approximately 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) tall.

Who Are Michael Polansky’s Parents and What Is His Ethnicity?

Public records and reliable biographies identify his father as Steven Polansky, a writer of Jewish heritage whose work has appeared in outlets such as The New Yorker and Harper’s. His mother is Ellen Woods, president of the American Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education. The couple is divorced.

Polansky was born in Minnesota and has been based in the San Francisco area. He keeps most details of his family life private. Older or less-sourced reports have occasionally cited different parental names and a Korean maternal heritage; the most consistent recent public information points to Steven Polansky and Ellen Woods.

His mixed cultural background and upbringing in a diverse environment have been noted as influences on his outlook, though he rarely discusses personal ethnicity publicly, preferring to focus on professional and philanthropic work.

Is Michael Polansky Married? Who Is Michael Polansky Dating in 2026?

As of September 2026, Michael Polansky is not married. He is engaged to Lady Gaga (Stefani Germanotta). The couple began dating around late 2019/early 2020 after being introduced through overlapping philanthropic circles (Gaga’s mother, Cynthia Germanotta, met him first). They went public in early 2020 and quarantined together during the pandemic.

Polansky proposed in April 2024 after a rock-climbing outing; Gaga publicly referred to him as her fiancé at the Paris Olympics in July 2024. They have appeared together at events including the Venice Film Festival and various award shows. Sources close to the couple have indicated they prefer a low-key approach to any future wedding and already feel married in many ways. Rumors of a secret marriage have circulated but remain unconfirmed; the pair are still publicly described as engaged.

In September 2026, multiple outlets including People and Page Six reported that Gaga and Polansky have welcomed their first child together. The baby’s name, sex, and exact birth date have not been publicly disclosed. The couple was photographed walking with a newborn in Northern California. Insiders have said both are “beaming” as new parents and took time off work to focus on their child.

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Michael Polansky and Lady Gaga Relationship Timeline

The pair met in late 2019 at a Sean Parker birthday gathering. Their relationship became public in early 2020 with photos from Las Vegas and Miami (including Super Bowl weekend). Gaga has called him the love of her life and credited him with providing stability and creative partnership. He has supported her through tours and albums while maintaining a lower public profile himself.

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What Is Michael Polansky’s Net Worth in 2026?

Unverified estimates place Michael Polansky’s net worth around $600 million as of 2026. The figure is not independently confirmed and should be treated cautiously. His wealth is attributed to long-term roles managing investments and philanthropic interests, stakes in ventures including Outer Biosciences and Hawktail, and other technology and life-sciences activities. For comparison, Lady Gaga’s net worth estimates in the same period have ranged widely but are often cited in the hundreds of millions.

Michael Polansky Career Highlights and Recent Developments

Beyond the Parker organizations, Polansky has founded or co-founded Avos Capital Management, Hawktail, and Outer Biosciences. In August 2026 Outer Bio publicly detailed its Yuna platform, which keeps donated full-thickness human skin viable for up to four weeks for research and AI-driven discovery of skin-health compounds. The company has raised roughly $23 million.

He continues involvement with the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy and serves on the Haus Labs board. His music collaborations with Gaga mark a newer creative chapter.

Polansky generally avoids the spotlight, focusing on work and family. As of September 2026 he and Gaga are navigating new parenthood privately while remaining engaged.