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.
Russell Brand wife: Laura Gallacher's life from famous sister to children
ok.co.ukRussell Brand has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, opting for a simpler and quieter life with his wife of six years, Laura Brand, formerly Gallacher.
The couple's love story is an intriguing one.They first crossed paths in 2007 when introduced by Laura's famous sister, Kirsty Gallacher.
A brief romance ensued, but Russell, at the time, wasn't quite ready for a serious commitment.Their paths diverged, and Russell went on to have a high-profile marriage with pop star Katy Perry.
However, fate had other plans. In 2015, a chance encounter brought Russell and Laura back together. Laura had just experienced heartbreak as her ex had recently moved out of their flat.
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