Jackson invites Ally to go on tour with him, and they form a romantic relationship. Despite her initial refusal she attends and, with Jackson's encouragement, sings on stage with him. Jackson is amazed by her performance, and they spend the night speaking to each other, where Ally discloses to him the troubles she has faced in pursuing a professional music career. After the show, Jackson visits a drag bar where he witnesses a performance by Ally, a waitress and singer-songwriter. His main support is Bobby, his manager and older half-brother. Jackson Maine, a famous country music singer privately battling an alcohol and drug addiction, plays a concert in California.
