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.
Katy Perry defiantly throws support behind Ellen DeGeneres amid scandalous 'axe' claims
mirror.co.ukKaty Perry has thrown her support behind Ellen DeGeneres after she was slammed by accusations from staff that she has enabled a "toxic culture" behind the scenes.
The accusations have forced WarnerMedia to launch an investigation at The Ellen Show, as rumours continue to swirl about Ellen, 62, and whether or not she will be replaced on the show.
As many celebs and former employees speak out on their poor experiences with the show, Katy - who has appeared on the show numerous times - is standing up for Ellen.
Taking to Twitter, heavily-pregnant Katy took a moment to let fans know her stance on the situation, admitting that she "only ever had positive takeaways" from her time on the show.
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