Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), known professionally as Katy Perry, is an American singer, songwriter, and television judge. After singing in church during her childhood, she pursued a career in gospel music as a teenager.
Perry signed with Red Hill Records and released her debut studio album Katy Hudson under her birth name in 2001, which was commercially unsuccessful. She moved to Los Angeles the following year to venture into secular music after Red Hill ceased operations and she subsequently began working with producers Glen Ballard, Dr. Luke, and Max Martin.
After adopting the stage name Katy Perry and being dropped by The Island Def Jam Music Group and Columbia Records, she signed a recording contract with Capitol Records in April 2007.
'American Idol': Luke Bryan Compares Singer's Audition to Kelly Clarkson's in New Season Opener (Exclusive)
etonline.comKaty Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan return to the judges' chairs on Sunday's premiere, which also welcomes back longtime host Ryan Seacrest.
ET exclusively premieres the new season opener, which offers a glimpse into the aspiring singers hoping to make it big in Hollywood.«What a time to be around in the world,» Perry kicks off the premiere, followed by Bryan acknowledging the tough times currently facing the country: «We're all out there dealing with challenges and I'm just excited that the fans can sit at home and enjoy .»Just as they're about to witness the first auditions of the season, Perry maintains an optimistic approach as she sits behind the dais. «Some other things are canceled.
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