Katy Perry was born Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson on October 25, 1984, in Santa Barbara, California. She later adopted her stage name to avoid confusion with actress Kate Hudson.
Katy grew up in a conservative household and began her music career as a gospel singer, releasing a Christian album titled 'Katy Hudson' in 2001.
Her breakthrough came with the release of the single 'I Kissed a Girl' in 2008, which topped the charts in over 20 countries and launched her into the spotlight.
Katy Perry's 2010 album 'Teenage Dream' made history as the first album by a female artist to produce five number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100.
She is known for her extravagant and colorful stage outfits, often incorporating candy-themed designs and vibrant wigs.
In 2012, Katy Perry became the first artist to have multiple videos reach one billion views on Vevo with 'Roar' and 'Dark Horse.'
Katy has been a judge on the reality singing competition 'American Idol' since 2018, where she has become known for her quirky personality and supportive coaching style.
She holds the record for the most Twitter followers of any female artist, with over 100 million followers, making her one of the most followed people on social media.
Katy Perry's 'Prismatic World Tour,' which ran from 2014 to 2015, was a massive success, grossing over $200 million and selling nearly 2 million tickets.
In addition to her music career, Katy has voiced characters in animated films such as 'The Smurfs' and 'The Smurfs 2,' where she played Smurfette.
Katy is an advocate for numerous charitable causes, including LGBTQ+ rights, disaster relief, and children's education, and she has worked with organizations like UNICEF and the Red Cross.
She has been married to actor Orlando Bloom since 2016, and the couple welcomed their first child, Daisy Dove Bloom, in 2020.
Katy Perry has received numerous awards, including five American Music Awards, a Brit Award, and a Juno Award, among others.
She is known for her philanthropy, including donating proceeds from her tours to various charities and organizations.
With over 143 million records sold worldwide, Katy Perry is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, and she continues to inspire fans with her music and advocacy.