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 has shocked her loyal fans by ditching her blonde look in favour of stylish new long black hair.The pop star wowed as she showcased her new-look to her 116million Instagram followers.“We’re all about finding the diamonds in the rough,” penned Katy, as she addressed her army of admirers ahead of her appearance as a judge on American Idol.“One GEM from last season is getting polished up for tonight’s comeback episode of #AmericanIdol.”And the star’s fiancé Orlando Bloom was quick to comment on Katy’s post, simply commenting with a heart and flame emoji, emphasising his love for his partner.“Love the dark hair on you,” beamed one enthusiastic fan.“Love you Katy,” said another.While a third simply stated: “Beautiful.”Katy’s dramatic.
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