Lady Gaga Officially Kicks Off NYC Pride With Natl. Anthem

If this week was a week to remember for LGBT Americans, tonight was a night to beat all for being LGBT and in New York City.

In her first major public appearance since undergoing a hip surgery that cancelled the remaining dates on her world tour, Lady Gaga thrilled the crowds on the Hudson River tonight at the rally officially kicking off Gay Pride in the Big Apple, with a heartfelt speech to the community followed by a thrilling rendition of the National Anthem.