The star, co-writer and director of A Star Is Born talks about his tearful scene, emotional vulnerability, Lady Gaga, and casting drag queens Shangela and Willam, of RuPaul's Drag Race fame.br br -----br br Seasoned musician Jackson Maine (Bradley Cooper) discovers-and falls in love with-struggling artist Ally (Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer - until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally's career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.