Tom Foster
Thinking up 25 interesting facts about Katy Perry is fairly easy since she’s a big celebrity with a lot of exposure in the media. But really, how many facts did you know about?
Her real name is Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson
A lot of celebrities end up changing their name for one reason or another. There was a rumor a while back when she first got started that her last name didn’t draw a lot of people in.
Source: Empire Online
She was born in 1984
So she is a Millennial, but that doesn’t mean much since you can’t judge a person based on their generation, and vice versa. But the fact that she’s still relatively young means she has a lot of good years ahead of her.
Source: Empireonline.com
She’s expanded her career since she started
Katy has managed to diversify as she’s gone on to become a businesswoman, a judge on musical talent shows, and has taken on other roles. Sometimes being a star isn’t quite enough.
Source: Britannica.com
Katy was a gospel singer initially
Listening to her music it’s tough to tell that she used to sing gospel. But it’s easy to think that she was noticed because of her energetic vibe and voice.
Source: Britannica.com
“I Kissed A Girl” was her first big hit song
People were singing this up and down when it came out since it was new and hot. These days you don’t hear it as much, but it’s still one of her more popular songs.
Source: Fandom.com
Her record sales have exceeded 100 million
When looking up Katy Perry in a Google search you’ll see a lot of things. But her success will always stand out in a big way.
Source: Fandom.com
The outfits she wears are an extension of her persona
Katy Perry does wear a lot of vibrant and interesting outfits. They tend to play into the person that she presents herself as on stage and in public.
Source: Glamour.com
She’s won five American Music Awards
That’s not too surprising given her level of talent. Of course, plenty of people would likely agree that you either like Katy Perry or don’t think about her that often.
Source: IMDb.com
Her cat is named Kitty Purry
It sounds like something that a person would name their cat if they’re famous, right? Hey, to each their own.
Source: Fandom.com
Katy does have her own fragrance line
Seriously, it was bound to come to this the moment that she came on the scene. Male and female celebrities are approached all the time to endorse products, or to produce their own.
Source: KatyPerryfragrances.com
She’s close friends with Taylor Swift
If you like Swift then it’s fair to say you like Perry since they’re very good friends. It’s funny to think that they haven’t collaborated more often.
Source: EW.com
She’s tried her hand at acting
She voied the character of Smurfette for The Smurfs movie. People have appreciated how she brought the character to life.
Source: IMDb.com
Katy is a LGBTQ+ advocate
She supports the community in a big way and makes sure to announce her support quite often. She’s not shy about stating what she thinks on this matter.
Source: Billboard.com
Her Twitter following is massive
In fact, he’s been called the biggest on Twitter, or X. That’s an accomplishment in itself since a lot of people have large followings on this platform.
Source: Variety.com
One of her videos caused a lot of controversy
Dark Horse was criticized for its depiction of Egyptian culture. These days that’s not too hard to see happening, unfortunately, since a lot of people get bent out of shape about the smallest things.
Source: BBC.com
Katy supports several charities
Among the many things that Katy Perry is known for is the fact that she is a very giving person. Many stars like to give to charity, and she’s one of the most prominent in this regard.
Source: Looktothestars.org
She has collaborated with several artists
Katy isn’t shy about showing up with one artist or another. There are probably a few out there she has no interest in workign with, but she’s made it clear that she can work with a lot of folks.
Source: Hellorayo.co.uk
A Queen song served as her inspiration for a song of the same name
Killer Queen was inspired by Freddie Mercury and his band. A lot of people have expressed their approval of this since it came out.
Source: Nme.com
Katy likes to cook
It’s amazing to realize how many big stars still love to do things for themselves. Cooking is one of those joys that a lot of people can get into.
Source: Helenarecipes.com
She did perform at a Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
That must have been a sight, right? Katy has the elegance and the look to turn a lot of heads.
Source: KatyPerry.fandom.com
Katy has her own shoe line
Again, it’s very easy to think that she was up and running the moment she had a chance to create her own production lines. And you can imagine there are a lot of people who want to purchase her products.
Source: People.com
There is a star on the Walk of Fame with her name on it
Katy’s career has moved forward in leaps and bounds over the years, since some artists have waited for many years to get a star. But hey, kudos to her.
Source: IMDb.com
She was married to Russell Brand
This relationship felt as though it went up and down thanks to the news tabloids. But it was interesting to think about for a while.
Source: Usmagazine.com
Katy has been a guest judge on “RuPaul’s Drag Race”
There have been a few high-profile guests on this show. But they’ve all had a good time for the most part with few exceptions, if any.
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She has a thing for unicorns
Her style and sense of wonderment that’s displayed in her music videos and music make this easy to believe. Katy does appear to have a very unique style that makes this fact appear more interesting.
Source: IMDb.com