Lady Gaga to receive Hero Award for LGBT community work

Washington, Nov 21 (ANI): Lady Gaga will be honoured with the Trevor Project's 'Hero Award' for her efforts into promoting gay rights.

The 'Pokerface' hitmaker, who is a vocal campaigner for equal rights, will be recognised for encouraging youth empowerment through her 'Born This Way Foundation' at the charity's annual 'Trevor Live' event.

"Our young people are at the centre of a health crisis, and vocal leaders like Lady Gaga... have stepped up to help change our culture," Contactmusic quoted Trevor Project Ceo David MCFarland as saying.

"Our honourees are working with the Trevor Project to make a better today and a brighter tomorrow for youth. We are proud to honor Lady Gaga with the Trevor Hero Award for (her) work to help young people express their true selves with pride," he added.

Among others to attend the Trevor Project's gala at the Hollywood Palladium, on 4 December, are singers Mary J. Blige, Miley Cyrus, Fergie, Glee actors Chris Colfer and Darren Criss. (ANI)