Katy Perry

Katy Perry is a global superstar with an extensive career in music, film, and television. Born and raised in Santa Barbara, California, Perry initially pursued a career in gospel music before transitioning to pop. Her breakthrough came in 2008 with her second album, "One of the Boys," which included the hits "I Kissed a Girl" and "Hot n Cold." However, it was her third album, "Teenage Dream," that catapulted her to international stardom. The album spawned five U.S. number-one singles, earning Perry a place in the history books. Her success continued with further albums, including "Prism," "Witness," and her most recent release, "143," in 2024.

In addition to her music career, Perry has made her mark in the film and television industry. She voiced the character Smurfette in "The Smurfs" film series from 2011 to 2013 and served as a judge on the popular singing competition show "American Idol" from 2018 to 2024. Perry's influence extends to the fashion industry as well, having launched her own shoe line, Katy Perry Collections, in 2017. Despite her numerous ventures, it is clear that music remains her primary passion and source of success. Over the course of her career, Perry has sold over 143 million units worldwide, received multiple accolades, and even secured a place on Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid female musicians in 2015 and 2018.

Perry's influence is not limited to her professional accomplishments. She has used her platform to advocate for various social and political causes, including LGBTQ+ rights, female empowerment, and children's welfare. Perry has been recognized for her philanthropic work, serving as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador since 2013 and supporting numerous charitable organizations. In 2025, Perry was announced as one of the six people flying on the Blue Origin human spaceflight in the spring, joining the first all-female flight crew since 1963.