Katy Perry, born October 25, 1984, in Santa Barbara, California, is an American pop singer, songwriter, and television personality. Beginning her career in Christian gospel, she gained international fame with her 2008 breakthrough album "One of the Boys," featuring the hit "I Kissed a Girl." Her 2010 album "Teenage Dream" produced five Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles, setting a record for a female artist. Notable songs include "Firework," "Roar," "Dark Horse," "California Gurls," "Hot N Cold," and "Chained to the Rhythm." She has received five Grammy nominations and various other awards.
Beyond music, Perry served as a judge on "American Idol" and launched perfume and fashion lines. From 2016 to 2024, she was in a relationship with actor Orlando Bloom, with whom she has a daughter named Daisy Dove. Perry continues to release music and remains a prominent figure in 21st-century pop music.
