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Today, Lady Gaga and her platinum blonde extensions bravely joined thousands for a quick dip in Chicago's Lake Michigan. The icy experience was intended to raise money for charity but also served as an important reminder for all who've struggled to see a light at the end of this winter's tunnel of frozen tears. Because for as cold as you might be right now, you're not as cold as a frozen weave. For that Gaga's hairpiece, we salute you.