Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau publicly confirmed their romantic relationship by holding hands during her 41st birthday celebration in Paris on October 25, 2025, marking their first official appearance as a couple after months of speculation.
On Saturday evening, the pop star and former Canadian prime minister were spotted leaving the Crazy Horse cabaret show in Paris, where they had attended a performance to mark Perry’s birthday. In videos and photos obtained by media outlets, the couple was seen smiling and holding hands as they exited the venue. Perry wore a striking red dress with her hair in a slicked-back bun, while Trudeau opted for a more casual all-black or gray ensemble. After the show, they got into a waiting black SUV together, cementing their public debut as a pair.
The romance between Perry and Trudeau first sparked rumors in July 2025, when they were seen on a date in Montreal, Canada. They were photographed taking a stroll near Mount Royal Park and later dining at the upscale restaurant Le Violon. A few days after that initial outing, Trudeau was spotted in the audience at Perry’s sold-out Lifetimes Tour concert at Montreal’s Bell Centre, further fueling dating speculation among fans and media.
In early October, the couple’s relationship appeared to intensify when they were photographed in a passionate embrace on a yacht off the coast of Santa Barbara, California. Images showed them kissing and hugging on the upper deck, with Trudeau even cradling Perry’s bottom at one point. Sources close to the pair have described their connection as instant and easy, with one insider noting that Trudeau has been ‘pursuing’ Perry since their first dates and even flew to California to see her during a tour break.
Both Perry and Trudeau are navigating recent separations from long-term partners. Perry confirmed her split from fiancé Orlando Bloom in June 2025 after nearly a decade together; the former couple shares a 5-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove. Trudeau, meanwhile, announced his separation from wife Sophie Grégoire in 2023 after 18 years of marriage; they have three children together. These personal transitions have added context to their new romance, with some sources characterizing Trudeau’s involvement with Perry as a potential ‘midlife crisis’ following his divorce.
The public outing in Paris drew significant media attention, with paparazzi even serenading Perry with ‘Happy Birthday’ as she left the cabaret and presenting her with a red rose. The event was widely covered by entertainment and news outlets, highlighting the crossover appeal of a pop culture icon and a former world leader. Despite the scrutiny, insiders suggest that Perry and Trudeau share common interests and a strong mutual attraction, with one source describing them as ‘definitely into each other.’
Perry is currently in the midst of her global Lifetimes Tour, which supports her latest album ‘143’ and has included stops across North America, Australia, and Europe. Trudeau, who stepped down as Canada’s prime minister, is exploring new chapters in his life post-politics. Their relationship unfolds against the backdrop of their respective careers and public personas, blending the worlds of entertainment and politics in an unexpected pairing.
As they continue to be seen together, the couple’s romance is likely to remain in the spotlight, with fans and observers curious about how their relationship will evolve. Whether this marks a serious commitment or a fleeting connection, their public confirmation in Paris has undoubtedly solidified their status as one of the most talked-about new couples of the year.