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': Ryan Seacrest Shares Hopeful Message About 'Healing' Power of Music Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
etonline.combegan a little differently than usual on Sunday, with a special message from host Ryan Seacrest regarding the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.«Good evening, America,» Seacrest shared in the video, which appeared to be shot on a camera phone, possibly from his self-isolation. «As we enter another week of staying home, we hope that you and yours are safe and well.»«You know, they say music, during challenging times, can be universally healing,» Seacrest continued. «And tonight, we hope the music we bring you can do just that and provide a little escape for your family as you get together.»Before introducing the episode, Seacrest explained the Hawaii-set showcase of the season's Top 40 was «shot back in January, so enjoy the music.»It was clear
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