Personal Details :
- Full Name: Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson
- Stage Name: Katy Perry
- Date of Birth: October 25, 1984
- Age: 40 (as of 2025)
- Place of Birth: Santa Barbara, California, USA
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: English, German, Irish
- Height: 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Blonde (naturally dark brown)
- Occupation: Singer, songwriter, television judge
- Years Active: 2001–present
- Genres: Pop, dance-pop, electropop
- Instruments: Vocals, guitar, piano
- Education: Completed GED at 15; briefly attended religious schools
- Religion: Christian
- Marital Status: Engaged to Orlando Bloom
- Children: 1 daughter, Daisy Dove Bloom
- Official Website: katyperry.com
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @katyperry
- Twitter: @katyperry
- Facebook: Katy Perry
- YouTube: Katy Perry
- TikTok: @katyperry
Career Overview :
- Early Career: Released a gospel album under the name Katy Hudson in 2001. Transitioned to pop music shortly after and changed her stage name to Katy Perry.
- Breakthrough: In 2008, the release of her album One of the Boys and hit single “I Kissed a Girl” brought her mainstream fame.
- Major Albums: Teenage Dream, Prism, Witness, and Smile were all commercially successful.
- Television: Served as a judge on American Idol from 2018 to 2024.
- Business Ventures: Launched fragrances, a footwear line, and a non-alcoholic beverage brand.
- Spaceflight: Participated in a commercial space mission and performed in zero gravity.
Personal Life & Interests
- Relationships: Previously married to Russell Brand. Engaged to Orlando Bloom and has a daughter, Daisy Dove Bloom.
- Philanthropy: Involved in causes related to children, animals, and disaster relief.
- Hobbies: Enjoys fashion, cooking, and spending time with her family.
Net Worth :
- Estimated Net Worth: $400 million
- Income Sources:
- Music catalog sale for $225 million
- High salary from American Idol
- Profitable Las Vegas residency
- Endorsements and product lines
Awards & Achievements :
- Grammy Awards: Multiple nominations and industry recognition
- American Music Awards: Several wins including Artist of the Year
- MTV Video Music Awards: Numerous wins for Best Video, Pop Performance, and more
- Guinness World Records: Holds several records for digital downloads and chart performance
- Hollywood Walk of Fame: Received her star in 2023
Fun Facts :
- Her birth name is Katheryn Hudson—she adopted the stage name “Katy Perry” to avoid confusion with actress Kate Hudson.
- She released a gospel album under the name Katy Hudson in 2001 before transitioning to pop music.
- “I Kissed a Girl” was her breakthrough single in 2008 and sparked both fame and controversy.
- Katy is known for her bold style and bright hair—she once sported a blue wig for the “California Gurls” era and has experimented with nearly every hair color.
- She performed during the 2015 Super Bowl halftime show, watched by over 118 million people.
- She served as a judge on *American Idol* from 2018 to 2024, earning acclaim for her mentorship and humor.
- In 2025, Katy participated in an all-female commercial spaceflight with Blue Origin, singing “What a Wonderful World” during the journey.
- She’s had a well-known friendship and reconciliation with Taylor Swift, celebrated by sending Taylor an actual olive branch.