Lady Gaga, for Stefani Germanotta (7)

I believe the answer is:

persona

(Other definitions for persona that I've seen before include "Assumed identity" , "One who is diplomatically acceptable" , "character on the stage?" , "One's outward character" , "Theatrical role" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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