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 is wrapping up YouTube’s Dear Class of 2020 virtual commencement ceremony! The 35-year-old pregnant singer performed for the graduates during the graduation on Sunday (July 7). PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Katy Perry “Lets turn those tassels and make it kind of official — whether you’ve got a real cap and a tassel or an iPhone taped to a pizza box,” Katy shared with viewers. “This is the moment for everyone around the globe to graduate at once.
No matter where you are, remember: The tassel goes from right to left.” After her quick speech, Katy performed her latest single “Daisies” before singing her 2010 hit “Fireworks.” During a new interview, Katy opened up about what life with fiance Orlando Bloom has been like while
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