Pop superstar Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have officially gone public with their relationship, confirming months of rumors with a romantic display aboard Perry’s yacht off the coast of Santa Barbara, California. The pair were photographed kissing and embracing, with Trudeau playfully placing his hand on Perry’s lower back — a moment captured by a tourist who recognized him by his distinctive raven tattoo.
According to insiders, the couple has been secretly dating since early summer, shortly after Perry’s split from actor Orlando Bloom was announced in June. The two were first spotted dining together in July at Montreal’s upscale Le Violon restaurant, sparking speculation about a budding romance. Though they’ve kept things quiet until now, sources say they’ve been “constantly in contact,” frequently FaceTiming and messaging despite Perry’s busy tour scheduleMashable India.
Trudeau, 53, stepped down as Prime Minister in January 2025 and finalized his divorce from Sophie Grégoire Trudeau in 2023. Perry, 40, is currently on her Lifetimes global tour and will perform at London’s O2 Arena tonight. She shares a five-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove, with Bloom, and was previously married to comedian Russell Brand until 2011.
The yacht in question, Perry’s 78-foot Caravelle, became the setting for their most intimate public moment yet. Witnesses described the pair as relaxed and affectionate, with Perry in a black swimsuit and Trudeau shirtless as they cuddled on the deck.
While neither Perry nor Trudeau has made an official statement, the photos have gone viral and effectively confirmed what fans and tabloids have been speculating for months. According to one source, “He’s a bit of a geek and can’t believe someone as famous and glamorous as Katy is interested in him, whereas she’s flattered such a respected politician wants to date her”.