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Famous as :
Singer, songwriterBirth Name :
Katheryn Elizabeth HudsonBirth Date :
October 25, 1984Birth Place :
Santa Barbara, California, USAClaim to fame :
Single "I Kissed a Girl" (2008)
List of 36th People's Choice Awards Nominees in Music
November 11, 2009 10:11:49Already leading the nominations pack of 2009 American Music Awards with six nods, Taylor Swift continues her domination in the nominees list of the 36th Annual People's Choice Awards. This time around, the country music singer grabs three kudos in music field.
Taylor is up against her seniors Beyonce Knowles, Britney Spears, Carrie Underwood and Pink in Favorite Female Artist. Furthermore, she goes head-to-head with Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts and once again faces off Carrie in Favorite Country Artist.
Russell Brand Sells His Bachelor Pad, to Move in With Katy Perry
November 10, 2009 11:11:26A new report is brought forth by Allie Is Wired! that Russell Brand has ignited talks that he is going to move in with Katy Perry after he puts his bachelor pad on sale. The building, which is located in Hampstead, London, spans 2,000 square feet and boasts a double reception room, three bedrooms, and three baths, along with a media and yoga room. The gothic styled house is offered for $4.1 million.
In another related news, Russell is reported to have met Katy's pastor parents. He is quoted by Hollyscoop as confirming, "I've had the privilege of meeting Katy's family. I always get along with spiritual people. For me the things that happen on a higher level are more important that transient things."
Video: Shakira, Tokio Hotel and More Perform at 2009 MTV EMAs
November 06, 2009 10:11:37The stage of O2 World Arena in Berlin, Germany was glittered with live performances from big stars on November 5 when the 16th Annual MTV Europe Music Awards was held. The likes of Shakira, Tokio Hotel, Jay-Z, Beyonce Knowles and Leona Lewis rocked the event with their hit singles.
At the event opened by cabaret show from host Katy Perry, Shakira delivered her latest single "Did It Again" and brought in several backing dancers as her companions. Having her hair braided, she wore a black mini skirt with a matched top and knee-length boots.
Katy Perry Hits 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards' Red Carpet
November 06, 2009 09:11:15This year's annual MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) has been kicked off on Thursday, November 5, and the likes of Katy Perry, Pete Wentz and Beyonce Knowles were among some of the celebs spotted hitting the event's red carpet. Billed to be the awards' host, Katy showed up to the star-studded affair wearing a nude-colored one shoulder Marchesa gown with embroidered ebony flowers. The 25-year-old British singer was showered with confetti on the red carpet.
As for Pete, the Fall Out Boy bassist wore all-black outfit to the ceremony. He finished off his look with a matching cap. Besides, he was also spotted sporting a heavy black make-up on his left eye, which supposedly was inspired by film "A Clockwork Orange". Beyonce, who was one of the tapped performers at the event, hit the red carpet in Atelier Versace.
Russell Brand Said to Propose to Katy Perry
November 05, 2009 09:11:37Things, apparently, are getting serious between Russell Brand and Katy Perry and there are reports that the actor is ready to pop the question to the songstress. The engagement speculation is prompted by the fact that Russell has turned his back on his womanizing ways ever since he dated Katy. He even has expressed his willingness to settle down and start a family with her.
A source close to the British star has been quoted by Hollyscoop as stating, "We've never seen him like this. He always has a woman on his arm, or in his bed, and hasn't been interested in monogamy." The source then adds, "But this is different - we all think it won't be long before he marries Katy. I'm waiting for a call to say they are in that Little Chapel in Vegas and have run off to get married."
Russell Brand Wants to Settle Down and Start a Family With Katy Perry
November 03, 2009 02:11:51Dating Katy Perry, apparently, has changed Russell Brand's wild life as the ladies' man has stated his intention to settle down and start a family with the songstress. "Katy's lovely. I am living in a different way at the moment. Regardless of what happens in my current situation, I am unlikely to be satisfied with calamitous promiscuity of the preceding five or six years," so he tells Britain's Sunday Times.
"I am ready for children actually. It's been seven years since I took drugs. I've made a film. I don't have to fight so much. I've grown weary of the carousel," he goes on gushing. "I'm an only child of a single mother - it probably meant that I'm demanding and have high expectations of women."
The Worldwide Premiere for Michael Jackson's 'This Is It'
October 28, 2009 09:10:21Just hours before "This Is It" is officially launched in theaters around the world, Sony Pictures has held global premieres for the Michael Jackson's film. The simultaneous premieres took place in 18 countries on Tuesday, October 27. Two of which were held at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles and at the Odeon West End Cinema in Leicester Square, London.
A star-studded event with the attendance of many Hollywood A-listers and fans alike, the Los Angeles premiere saw a transformation of the plaza in front of the Nokia Theatre into an elegant red carpet arrivals area. It was uniquely designed with a dozen crystal chandeliers, displays of Jackson's past costumes and the words "This Is It" spelled out in giant letters.
3OH!3's 'Starstrukk' Music Video Feat. Katy Perry
October 26, 2009 04:10:55A music video in companion to 3OH!3's remix version of their single "Starstrukk" has finally arrived in full. It follows duo Sean Foreman and Nathaniel Motte as they daydream about having women falling for them after they pick up coins from "fountain of love".
Involving Katy Perry in the daydream scene, the video is directed by Marc Klasfled and Sum 41's drummer Steve Jocz. Previously, Sean and Nathaniel admitted about filming scenes similar to Kristen Bell-starring movie "When in Rome", only they want to give it a twist. "We want to do it on our own way," so they shared.
Inside Katy Perry's 25th Birthday Party
October 26, 2009 10:10:05Katy Perry turned 25 years old in style, throwing a "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory"-themed birthday party at Sunset Beach Restaurant in Hollywood on Saturday night, October 24. Her actor boyfriend Russell Brand, and country singers Taylor Swift and Julianne Hough, were among the A-list celebs in attendance. Besides, there were also the likes of JoJo and Perez Hilton.
Guests were required to wear white to the party and they left with neon paint spattered all over them. "They got a little crazy with the paint!" a partygoer told Radar Online. "I wasn't expecting it but everyone got painted - even Taylor Swift!"
Behind-the-Scene of 3OH!3's 'Starstrukk' Video Feat. Katy Perry
October 23, 2009 03:10:54A look behind the making of 3OH!3's forthcoming music video for the remix version of their single "Starstrukk" has been found via MTV. One of the scenes shared through the footage is when the band's members Sean Foreman and Nathaniel Motte have to do a rock climbing at Laurel Canyon studios and eat sushi on the way to the top.
Sean and Nathaniel also shoot scenes reminiscent to what is filmed for upcoming Kristen Bell-starring movie "When in Rome" in which the song will be featured. Of the scenes, they said, "We want to do it on our own way." Moreover, the clip also teases Katy Perry's part and includes her commentary.
Trailer and Tracklisting for Katy Perry's 'MTV Unplugged'
October 22, 2009 01:10:30Katy Perry is set to release a limited edition of "MTV Unplugged" across U.S. on November 17, following the footstep of Eric Clapton and Tony Bennett. In advance of the CD/DVD set, a trailer featuring clips of her acoustic performances is brought forward. There is also tracklisting which reveals the album's songs selection.
"I really want to do MTV Unplugged obviously because it has such a great history of showing off really who the person is," Katy reasoned. Recorded live in New York on July 22, 2009, the album will be filled with re-arrangements of her hit singles "I Kissed a Girl", "Waking Up in Vegas" and "Thinking of You".
Russell Brand and Katy Perry Snapped Kissing Again
October 19, 2009 01:10:41In-love couple, Russell Brand and Katy Perry, has been caught kissing in Los Angeles on Saturday afternoon, October 17. The scene, which was captured on a balcony, marked the second time in less than a week that the pair was caught on camera swapping spit.
Besides, Russell and Katy were also snapped sharing an embrace. At one point, the celebrity pair was spotted sharing a laugh. Photos of the twosome's public display of affection in Los Angeles over the weekend can be seen on Celebrity Mania.
Katy Perry and Russell Brand Caught Kissing
October 17, 2009 02:10:13Not afraid of showing off their affection to each other, Katy Perry and Russell Brand have been caught kissing in the front seat of a car. The scene marks the first time that the lovebirds are seen engaging in public display of affection since they made public their romance for the very first time earlier this month.
Katy and Russell's kissing scene was caught on camera on Thursday, October 15 when she was picking him up at LAX's parking lot. The songstress screamed as the actor entered her vehicle. Ignoring the paparazzi who were surrounding their car, they had a quickie kiss and drove away from the scene soon therafter.
Winners of 2009 Los Premios MTV Awards, Lady GaGa Collects Two Gongs
October 16, 2009 03:10:56Lady GaGa adds two trophies to her collection at 2009 Los Premios MTV Awards. She is named Best International Artist, beating The Veronicas, Taylor Swift, Ashley Tisdale and McFly. She also gets Song of the Year title, thanks to her hit single "Poker Face". In this category, she pushes aside Shakira, Nelly Furtado, Kings of Leon and Wisin & Yandel.
Though losing Song of the Year to Lady GaGa, Wisin & Yandel still manage to walk home with double victories, taking home Artist of the Year and Video of the Year prizes. This is the first time the Puerto Rican reggaeton win at the event. "I want to thank Mexico, Puerto Rico and all the Latinos who support our music," Wisin says. He also thanks rapper 50 Cent who is the announcer for Artist of the Year, "Also, someone who always believed in the revolution: 50 Cent."
Katy Perry Desperate to Introduce Russell Brand to Her Devout Parents
October 12, 2009 04:10:06Less than a week after her romance with Russell Brand was exposed by the media, Katy Perry reportedly is desperate to introduce him to her parents, Keith and Mary Hudson, both of whom are pastors who run an evangelical ministry in Temecula, 74 miles south of Los Angeles. The Sun reports the songstress hopes to stage the meeting before she hosts the annual MTV Europe Music Awards in Berlin next month.
"Katy is as besotted with Russell as he is with her. However, her parents are extraordinarily strict Christians," says a source. "Katy is sure that, after a bit of getting used to him, they would approve of Russell, but she wants to get that initial meeting out of the way as early as she can."
Katy Perry and Russell Brand Make Their Debut as a Couple
October 08, 2009 09:10:26Rumored lovers, Katy Perry and Russell Brand, finally make their romance public. The dating partners were photographed attending a party hosted by fashion powerhouse Fendi in Paris on Tuesday night, October 6 as part of the on-going Paris Fashion Week.
Katy and Russell were reported enjoying each other's company during their togetherness at the star-studded event. The British actor "seemed be acting like a gentleman, escorting Katy through the crowd and shielding her from the paps," E! News reports.
Katy Perry and Russell Brand Said Hooking Up in Thailand and London
October 03, 2009 10:10:41Speculation that Katy Perry and Russell Brand are dating is escalating yet again after both of them tweeted about holidaying in Thailand. The story, which is brought forth by The Sun, adds fuel to endless rumors claiming they have a secret fling which first emerged following their on-stage performance at this year's MTV Video Music Awards last month.
It was after the awards show that Russell was reported sending her a love poem with an accompanying note that read, "Please send me a poem back." Katy, in response, sent him a picture of her breasts, scrawling the word "poem" across it. Amazed by her, the British actor immediately whisked Katy on an exotic trip to Thailand.
Adam Lambert Works With Producer of Katy Perry's 'One of the Boys'
October 01, 2009 04:10:26The runner-up of "American Idol" season 8, Adam Lambert, tweeted about hitting studio with Grammy-nominated record producer/mixer Greg Wells. Sharing the status of his post-Idol album, he wrote, "album is cookin up reeeeeally reeally nice!!!"
Adam will drop the effort in U.S. market on November 24. Aside from Greg Wells who helped working on Katy Perry's smash album "One of the Boys", other people who are involved in the making of the album are Kevin Rudolf, OneRepublic's vocalist Ryan Tedder, Sam Sparro, Kara DioGuardi as well as top-notch producers Linda Perry and RedOne.
Lady GaGa Leads 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards Noms
September 22, 2009 10:09:30Those acts crowding the nominations list of MTV Europe Music Awards this year have been unearthed with U.S. artists in domination. One in particular is Lady GaGa who has made her triumph at recent MTV Video Music Awards. The "Just Dance" singer is taking five nominations, the same amount that Kings of Leon grab.
GaGa is placed under Best Song category for "Poker Face", Best Live Act and Best Female among others. In all three categories, she has to battle them out with Beyonce Knowles who puts up front her single "Halo". Beyonce herself is up for four nominations, one in Best Video for "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)".
Katy Perry Reportedly Engaged to Boyfriend Travis McCoy
September 07, 2009 10:09:40Katy Perry has ignited Internet reports that she is engaged to boyfriend Travis McCoy after she was spotted sporting a ring on her engagement finger during an outing in Los Angeles last week. Though talks have been heating up that the Gym Class Heroes frontman has proposed to the singer, neither of them has confirmed or denied the claim.
Having been dating on and off since they first met through her music producer back in 2005, Katy Perry and Travis McCoy briefly split in December last year before then reconciling in April. Last year, they were forced to deny report that they were engaged.
'American Idol' Brings In Avril Lavigne
September 02, 2009 01:09:09The list of "American Idol" guest judge is growing bigger with the addition of Avril Lavigne. According to EW, Avril will take one day of selecting hopefuls which are called back to the Los Angeles edition. Katy Perry will do the same thing for the other day.
So far there has been no date set for the Los Angeles audition. However, Perry has come forward with a plan. "I might become a little bit of a buddy with Simon, because whenever I watch that show, as much as he's an a**hole, he's a very truthful, honest a**hole," she said.
2009 MTV VMAs Promo Feat. Katy Perry, Taylor Swift and More
August 26, 2009 10:08:20After giving Cobra Starship, Leighton Meester, Taylor Swift, Ne-Yo and Russell Brand an individual screen appearance, MTV finally gathers them all in one star-packed commercial ad for this year's MTV Video Music Awards, which is inspired by West Side Story's musical number "Tonight". The network also adds Katy Perry's part.
Scenes where Cobra Starship and Leighton hit a vintage subway car, Taylor sings inside a cab as well as Ne-Yo and Russell Brand boogie down New York streets are mashed up in one clip. As for Katy's footage, it shows the "I Kiss a Girl" hitmaker gardening on top of skyscraper.
Victoria Beckham and Katy Perry Filling in for 'American Idol'
August 07, 2009 10:08:15Paula Abdul's departure from "American Idol" is compensated with more guest judges in the ninth season. Victoria Adams aka Posh Spice, who is a close friend to Simon Cowell, is confirmed to make a one-off appearance, so is Katy Perry. These celebrity judges will fill in while FOX is searching for the fourth judge.
The executives at Fox Broadcasting announced on Thursday, August 6 that they will keep the four-judge format in the coming season. They are looking for a personality who will fit into Simon, Randy Jackson, and Kara DioGuardi. "What we need to find is someone who has great chemistry," chairman Peter Rice said. "It really is a casting job. Our job in the next four or five months is to consider what makes this the most fun, the most entertaining show."
Nominations of 2009 MTV VMAs, Beyonce and Lady GaGa Lead the Pack
August 05, 2009 09:08:33Nomination recipients for the 26th Annual MTV Video Music Awards have been announced on August 4. And, it was revealed that both Beyonce Knowles and Lady GaGa have dominated the list with nine nods.
Out of the nine nominations Beyonce and Lady GaGa received, eight of them have the two female singers facing off against each other. Beyonce competes against Lady GaGa in such categories as Video of the Year, Best Female Video, Best Pop Video, Best Direction, Best Editing, Best Special Effects, Best Cinematography and Art Direction.
2009 Teen Choice Awards Nominees List in Music
June 16, 2009 10:06:10Music nominations for the 11th Annual Teen Choice Awards have been announced by FOX, and it is revealed that Lady GaGa leads the list. The dance queen receives five nods out of seventen categories in music.
GaGa gets nominations in such fields as Best Single for her smash hit "Poker Face", Best Hook Up for her collaboration with Colby O'Donis on single "Just Dance" and Best Album (Female Artist) for her debut effort "The Fame". On top of that, she is also among the contenders for Best Female Artist and Best Breakout Artist.
Video: Katy Perry, Jordin Sparks Performing in 'American Idol'
May 14, 2009 11:05:44Result show of top 3 "American Idol" has been wrapped up, and video footage from the reality singing competition have just arrived, featuring Katy Perry and Jordin Sparks' live performances. Both singers entertain the show's viewers prior to the elimination of Danny Gokey.
During the FOX's popular singing contest, Katy delivered "Waking Up in Vegas", one of the tracks from her debut album "One of the Boys". Wearing a sexy Elvis Presley-styled leotard, she was accompanied by backing dancers dressing up as Las Vegas' showgirls.
Katy Perry's Wedding Prank
May 07, 2009 09:05:34Katy Perry says in an interview with PopEater she once staged a fake wedding with her ex-boyfriend in Las Vegas. She admits further that she and her man managed to send a shock to their family members, which then inspired her to pen her new single "Waking Up in Vegas" which is included in her 2008 album "One of the Boys".
Recalling the experience, Katy describes, "We went to Vegas on a whim and we decided to get fake married. We took all the pictures with the minister, with the fake cake, in the fake chapel and got a fake marriage certificate." She continues, "We went and bought a wedding dress and a suit at a thrift store, and scanned the pictures and the certificate to my family members, my manager at the time [and] totally freaked the s--- out of them."
Katy Perry Debuts 'Waking Up in Vegas' Music Video
April 28, 2009 01:04:33Katy Perry has premiered a music video to promote her single called "Waking Up in Vegas". In the Joseph Kahn-directed video, she and her boyfriend played by Joel David Moore win almost all games in one of the Las Vegas' clubs after previously captured as two "hungover and broke" persons.
"Waking Up in Vegas" is a song penned by Katy Perry, Desmond Child and Andreas Carlsson. The track is lifted from Katy's 2008 studio album "One of the Boys" and is expected to be released as the next single after "Thinking of You".
Travis McCoy Rekindling Romance With Katy Perry
April 27, 2009 01:04:30It is official, Travis McCoy and his ex-girlfriend Katy Perry are re-building their love relationship. Claiming to have learned from their break-up, Travis says both he and Katy have "grown up".
"The break-up sucked. We're back together now - you're the first person I've told that to," Travis tells The Sun. "I keep thinking about if I had to go through it again and how s****y it would be. We were moving way too fast. I was being juvenile about the entire thing. Now it's easy breezy. I'm happy and in love."
Sneak Peek of Katy Perry's 'Waking Up in Vegas' Music Video
April 11, 2009 08:04:46A music video directed by Joseph Kahn for Katy Perry's single "Waking Up in Vegas" has been partially revealed through a newly-found sneak peek. It starts with Katy leaning against Joel David Moore's shoulder.
After a tag read "Out to tear up the town, now they're hungover and broke" appears in the video, Joel is seen holding one coin on his hand. Then, scenes in which the "Avatar" actor and Katy try their luck in Las Vegas take over.
Russian Version of Katy Perry's 'Hot N Cold' Music Video
April 07, 2009 09:04:17A Russian version of Katy Perry's music video for single "Hot N Cold" has just been found. The video mainly deals with her live on-stage performance accompanied with a band during a small bash.
"Hot N Cold" is the third single taken from Katy's sophomore studio album "One of the Boys". Since making its way out in September 2008, the track landed at the top spot on various charts, including Billboard Hot 100.
Black Eyed Peas, Jonas Brothers and More Tapped for NBC's 'Today' Concert Series
April 03, 2009 11:04:23Black Eyed Peas and Jonas Brothers are among big groups recruited to entertain concertgoers at 2009 "Toyota Concert Series on Today". will.i.am and friends will be singing on June 12, while the Jonas boys are set to perform on June 19.
Other performers include No Doubt, Jennifer Hudson, Flo Rida, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, The All-American Rejects and many more. The Gwen Stefani-fronted band will kick off the annual concert series on May 1, while the others will be making a live appearance on the following days.
Josh Groban and Katy Perry Not Dating, Just 'Very Close Friends'
March 25, 2009 09:03:52Contrary to the on-going rumors on the street, Josh Groban and Katy Perry are not dating. A representative for the male singer has set the record straight on the extent of the stars' relationship, telling People, "Josh and Katy are very close friends and hang out, but they are not a couple."
Gossip blogger Perez Hilton broke a report earlier this week, claiming Josh Groban and Katy Perry were dating. Giving no single evidence of the twosome's alleged romance, the site cited one of the multiple sources who claimed to be aware of their love relationship, saying Josh and Katy were trying to keep their romance private.
Katy Perry Rumored Dating Josh Groban
March 23, 2009 04:03:49Perez Hilton claims in a report on its site that Katy Perry and Josh Groban are dating. Citing one of the multiple sources who are aware of the music stars' romance, the site writes the alleged lovers are trying to keep their romance private. No single evidence is provided though.
Katy Perry, who claims her fame in music industry with single "I Kissed a Girl", previously dated Gym Class Heroes frontman Travis McCoy. They first met through her music producer in 2005. Reports of them breaking up surfaced in early 2009. Though so none of them has spoken publicly about their split.
Behind-the-Scenes of Katy Perry's 'Waking Up in Vegas' Music Video
March 20, 2009 10:03:26What to expect from Katy Perry's upcoming music video for her single "Waking Up in Vegas" has been revealed through a behind-the-scenes footage. It previews her sitting behind the wheels of a yellow Lamborghini, and "Avatar" actor Joel David Moore standing next to the other car parked beside her ride.
In addition, the footage also gives a look at the scenes previously teased through several on-set pictures. It shows Katy standing close to Joel in a glass booth, both are laughing through the filming process. No release date, however, has been shared for the music video, which was shot in the valet area at the Palms and a Sky Villa in the Fantasy Tower.
Katy Perry Snapped Kissing Joel David Moore for 'Waking Up in Vegas' Music Video
March 13, 2009 02:03:22Pictures from the shooting location of Katy Perry's "Waking Up in Vegas" music video have been outed, giving a look at the singer locking lips with her love interest played by "Avatar" actor Joel David Moore. Several of the photos show them standing close to each other in a glass booth and being showered with money, while the others capture her dressing as a showgirl.
Katy has filmed "Waking Up in Vegas" music video in the valet at the Palms and a Sky Villa in the Fantasy Tower on Tuesday, March 10. She is reportedly arranged to have a number of local entertainers to join her during the video shot. Unfortunately, no release date has been set for the video.
Pics, Katy Perry Strips Down to Her Underwear for Esquire Magazine
March 12, 2009 12:03:35Pop singer Katy Perry, who often dons outrageous outfits during her on-stage performances, strips down to a number of raunchy underwear for photo spread featured on the latest issue of Esquire magazine. Showing off her cleavage in various provocative poses, the "I Kissed a Girl" hit maker also scores an interview with the publication's David Curcurito, to whom she shares about some personal issues, like her single status and retarded dreams.
Katy, who dons some long hair extensions in the shoot, is seen in one snap wearing a black cleavage-baring corset top and suspenders. Her another photo, meanwhile, sees her posing for the camera in a leotard print outfits. Katy's raunchy pictures for Esquire are all captured by photographer Sheryl Nields.
Extended Version of Katy Perry's 'Thinking of You' Music Video
March 03, 2009 03:03:23A longer version of Katy Perry's music video for single "Thinking of You" comes out. In an extended one minute scene, the singer is shot giving a longer and intimate kiss to her love interest and dancing with her previous lover during a farewell party to bid soldiers goodbye before they are sent to war.
"Thinking of You" is a self-written single appearing in Katy's major-label debut album "One of the Boys", which has hit the market since mid June via Capitol Records. Since making its way out in January, the track reached number 21 on Billboard Pop 100 and number 19 on Billboard Top 40 Mainstream Singles chart.
Katy Perry Thinks Having an English Boyfriend 'Could Be Nice'
March 03, 2009 02:03:04Enjoying a life on the single scene since splitting from ex-boyfriend Travis McCoy, Katy Perry tells News of the World she is "still available" and would love to "have an English boyfriend." On the reason why, the songstress says, "I think it could be nice."
Furthermore admitting, "I'm not sure I'm ready for love," Katy however has some caution for men who want to score themselves a long lasting romance. "We will love you so much, make you beans on toast and butter your bread," so she shares to News of the World. "But if you break our heart, we will take the butter knife and cut you into little pieces and put you in the freezer."
Complete Winners List of 2009 BRIT Awards
February 19, 2009 09:02:05Winners for this year's BRIT Awards have been announced at a ceremony taking place on February 18 at London's Earls Court. Duffy was revealed as the one who led the pack, walking away with three trophies out of four categories she was nominated at the awards.
Bagging an honor as Best Female Solo Artist, Duffy won over Adele, Beth Rowley, Estelle and M.I.A.. She added another prize to her collection in MasterCard British Album for her debut effort "Rockferry" after a stiff competition against Coldplay's "Viva La Vida", Elbow's "The Seldom Seen Kid", Radiohead's "In Rainbows" and The Ting Tings' "We Started Nothing".
Katy Perry Shoots Down Rumors of Her Dating Benji Madden
February 17, 2009 10:02:50No truth to rumors claiming Katy Perry and Benji Madden are dating, the pop singer insists in a post on her official blog. Setting the record straight on the mounting dating speculation, Katy writes, "oh kittens! It's two pseudo famous people sitting next to each other... doesn't mean we were bumping uglies!"
Clearing up the air about her being seen together with Benji at Lavo over the weekend, Katy explains, "I was there celebrating a really fun show and a boozy valentines with all my good friends. We were like a group of 25!" She adds, "Benji is a nice young fellow, but my heart really belongs to kitty purry/markus molinari."
Katy Perry and Benji Madden Seen Cuddling, Spark Dating Rumors
February 16, 2009 11:02:30Rumors have been mounting that Katy Perry and Benji Madden are dating. The speculation surfaces after the two music stars were spotted cuddling over the weekend.
On Saturday, February 14, Katy helped celebrating Valentine's Day with a performance at Hard Rock Hotel's Wasted Space in Las Vegas. It was after her show there that she was seen heading for Lavo with the companion of Benji.
Video: Performances at 51st Annual Grammy Awards
February 09, 2009 11:02:58Grammy Awards, one of the biggest celebrations in the music world, held its 51st gala with strong stage performances. Telecast live by CBS from Los Angeles' Staples Center was the anticipated collaborations between Miley Cyrus and Taylor Swift as well as the mega joint performance by T.I., Kanye West, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne and the very pregnant M.I.A.
Miley and Taylor sang an acoustic version of the latter's "Fifteen" before announcing the winner for category of Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals. Moments later Katy Perry took the stage, ascending from a banana platform to sing her hit song "I Kissed a Girl". Fruits became the theme of her performance, as apparent from her costume.
List of Music Nominees for the 22nd Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards
February 06, 2009 01:02:15Nominations in music category for this year's Kids' Choice Awards have been announced, and it is revealed that Rihanna and Chris Brown both receive two gongs. Beside the two singers, Beyonce Knowles is also unveiled to collect two nods at the awards.
Rihanna, Chris and Beyonce are all up against each other for Favorite Song title, putting their singles in a stiff competition with Katy Perry's "I Kissed a Girl". Chris gets his other nomination in Favorite Male Singer, competing Jesse McCartney, Kid Rock and T-Pain, while Rihanna once again goes head-to-head with Beyonce, this time for Favorite Female Singer, in addition to battling Miley Cyrus and Alicia Keys.
U2, Kid Rock Joining This Year's Grammys Performers Lineup
January 30, 2009 10:01:57U2, Kid Rock, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss have been added as musical acts for stars-studded show of 2009 Grammy Awards. They are joined by previously-revealed performers, which include T.I., Radiohead, Rihanna and Paul McCartney.
While U2 are not on the nominations list of the 51st Annual Grammy Awards, Kid Rock has been announced as one of the musicians receiving multiple nods at the event. He is up against John Mayer, Paul McCartney, Jason Mraz, Ne-Yo and James Taylor for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance title. He also competes for an award in Best Rock Album category with Coldplay, Kings of Leon, Metallica and The Raconteurs.
2009 Nominees Sitting for 'All Access Grammy Special'
January 24, 2009 12:01:3851st Grammy Awards nominees will sit in with CBS' Katie Couric for a special interview on "All Access Grammy Special". The likes of Justin Timberlake, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry and big nominee Lil Wayne will participate on the one-on-one that airs February 4 at 9/8c on CBS News.
Timberlake shows up as a previous Grammy winner who had pocketed 6 nods in the past years. He is however, in possibility to be seven-time Grammy winner should his collaboration with Madonna in "4 Minutes" win the Best pop Collaboration with Vocals this year. Lil Wayne meanwhile, leads the nominations list this year with 8 counts. He is also one of the performers when the show goes live on February 8 at Los Angeles' Staples Center.
Katy Perry Retracts Celibacy Vow
January 23, 2009 09:01:00Pop singer Katy Perry has retracted her much reported celibacy vow, People reports. "I am not going to be celibate," the songbird said with a laugh during a conference call with reporters on Thursday, January 22. "That was a joke, and any fine journalist would have got that."
On Wednesday, January 21, mounting reports sparked that Katy has taken celibacy vow for this year following her break up with ex-boyfriend Travis McCoy of band Gym Class Heroes. She was quoted as telling the new issue of TV Guide, "I've actually taken a vow of celibacy this year. No kissing anyone. Just my cat, Kitty Purry."
Katy Perry Takes Celibacy Vow This Year
January 22, 2009 09:01:32After her much-publicized break up with Travis McCoy, Katy Perry has made a vow of celibacy. US Weekly quotes the singer as telling the new issue of TV Guide, "I've actually taken a vow of celibacy this year. No kissing anyone. Just my cat, Kitty Purry." Nevertheless, no words are offered on why Katy opts to take the vow.
Katy Perry, who is famous for singing the controversial hit single "I Kissed a Girl", had been dating Travis McCoy of band Gym Class Heroes for nearly one year when their split was noticed by the media late last year. She has since declined to discuss the failed relationship with the press.
Complete Nominations List of 2009 BRIT Awards
January 21, 2009 09:01:12Nominations for this year's BRIT Awards have been revealed on January 20 at London's Roundhouse. Coldplay and Duffy are among those nominated in multiple categories, leading with four kudos each.
While Coldplay face off Elbow, Girls Aloud, Radiohead and Take That for Best British Group title, Duffy enters a battle with Adele, Beth Rowley, Estelle and M.I.A. in Best British Female Solo Artist. Beside listed in separate categories, the two also compete against each other in MasterCard British Album and the long list of Best British Single.
Complete List of 2009 NRJ Music Awards Winners
January 19, 2009 11:01:47Music fans in France have voted their particular favorites at this year's NRJ Music Awards. Britney Spears, Jonas Brothers, Katy Perry, Rihanna and The Pussycat Dolls among others were those receiving awards at the gala ceremony taking place on January 17 in Cannes.
Claiming double victory, Britney was named as International Female Artist of the Year, beating down Christina Aguilera, Pink, Rihanna and Beyonce Knowles. She also scooped another prize for Music Video of the Year, putting aside other music videos coming from Fall Out Boy, Martin Solveig, Zaho and Stanislas et Calogero.
Katy Perry Blogs About Her 'Hurts' Statement
January 14, 2009 11:01:57Katy Perry is wasting no time to set the record straight regarding the statement she made during a show earlier this week, at time of which she was quoted as publicly stating, "it hurts right now." It was believed that she meant her statement as a reference to her break up with Travis McCoy. Putting the brake into the false reports, she insists the statement has nothing to do with her personal life.
Katy was delivering an acoustic performance at L.A.'s Hotel Cafe on Monday night, January 12 when she let her emotion spill out and told the sold-out crowd her new single, "Thinking of You", means "a lot" to her. "It's one of those slit your wrists songs, like one of those R. Kelly songs like 'Real Talk.' Like when you break up with somebody and you don't wanna move on, but you have to move on," she explained.
Katy Perry Wants to Duet With John Legend
January 10, 2009 11:01:52Katy Perry has spoken out about her collaborator wish list and revealed that John Legend is among those she eyes to make a duet with. Beside John, the "I Kissed a Girl" singer also names Scottish singer/songwriter Calvin Harris as another guy she wants to team up with.
"I really admire John Legend," Katy said in a statement. "He's fantastic. I've bought all his records. Even this year I've just become a big fan, I would love to make some music with him or Calvin Harris, who is in the U.K. as well."
List of 2009 People's Choice Awards Winners in Music
January 08, 2009 11:01:31Determined through online voting, winners for the 35th Annual People's Choice Awards in music have been revealed during a star-studded ceremony on January 7 at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Carrie Underwood and Chris Brown are among those who bring home the Saturday night prize.
Beating down Alicia Keys and Rihanna, Carrie is named as "Favorite Female Singer". Also, her track "Last Name" successfully puts aside Taylor Swift's song "Love Story" and Rascal Flatts' single "Take Me There" in "Favorite Country Song".
Katy Perry to Sing Alongside Fan-Made Videos at 2009 Grammy Awards
January 07, 2009 11:01:49At the 51st Annual Grammy Awards, Katy Perry will be performing along with contest-winning videos of her fans singing "I Kissed a Girl". She will be taking the stage for the awards on February 8, at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles.
Those who want to win the chance of being seen on TV during Katy's on-stage performance have to upload a no-more-than-one-minute video of them singing along or lip-syncing to "I Kissed a Girl". To submit the video, fans can log on to CBS.com before January 21.
Second Wave of Lily Allen Versus Katy Perry Begins
January 06, 2009 03:01:22The war between Lily Allen and Katy Perry is not over, at least on the former's side. Several weeks after Perry releases an apology for calling Allen "fat", Allen wrote on her Facebook page that she has Perry's number and is ready to leak it for public consumption anytime.
According to The Sun, Allen wrote in a post of her account, "I have Katy Perry's number, someone did me a favour. I'm just waiting for her to open her mouth one more time then it hits Facebook." Furthermore, Allen is reportedly registered to two hate groups,"I hate Katy Perry and her dumb-ass song I Kissed A Girl" and "Katy Perry? Who in the hell does she think she is?".
Rumored, Katy Perry Split With Travis McCoy
January 03, 2009 09:01:57Katy Perry and boyfriend Travis McCoy may be a couple no more as they have reportedly ended their romantic relationship. The "I Kissed a Girl" singer and Gym Class Heroes' frontman are rumored to call it quits after spending the holiday together in Mexico.
"It's sad, but they were fighting a lot because [they] never saw each other and now she is going on tour," a source told US Weekly. "She just needed a clear head. It's been non-stop work for her." Another insider explained to Celebuzz that the split is "a hardship" for both of them.
Video Premiere: Katy Perry's 'Thinking of You'
December 24, 2008 01:12:36A new music video to promote Katy Perry's ballad song "Thinking of You" has made its way out. Directed by Melina Matsoukas, it revolves around the sad story of the singer. It follows her when she is left by her in-video lover who is shipped off abroad to a war.
Started with a capture of the songstress sitting in an old vanity table in a bedroom, the video continues with a sad looking Katy holding her lover's picture. It then shows she makes out with another man. But, when she gets a vision that her beloved one is shot in a bloody war, she stops kissing the man and pushes him away. With tears running down her face, she then dresses up in funeral clothing and walks out of her house.
Katy Perry Denies Engagement Report
December 18, 2008 10:12:39Katy Perry put to rest the mounting reports claiming she is engaged to boyfriend Travis McCoy of band Gym Class Heroes. She wrote a brief denial on her blog, dated Wednesday, December 17, under the title "From the horses mouth."
"NOT engaged!" she wrote. "But thanks for the free press, New York Daily News!" She went on adding, "You should fact check with the source before you spread world wide news like that."
Katy Perry and Travis McCoy Rumored to Be Engaged
December 17, 2008 09:12:27Rumors have been mounting that Katy Perry and her boyfriend Travis McCoy of band Gym Class Heroes are engaged. The New York Daily News' Gatecrasher is the first to bring that matter to public's notice.
Travis, who's been dating Katy since last year, is claimed to have popped the question during a recent romantic break to the French capital, Paris. His proposal reportedly was unconventional that was by kissing the music star with a diamond ring in his mouth.
Katy Perry to Perform at Gridlock's New Year's Eve
December 13, 2008 11:12:04Katy Perry has confirmed that she will be spending new year's eve at Hollywood's Paramount Lot for a live concert with Gridlock. "Fans camping with me on New Years Eve. Its put on by this group called Gridlock," she said.
"It's a New Years Eve Hosted Party at the Paramount Lot in Hollywood," Katy, who was nominated Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards, shared her excitement. "Its gonna be really fun cause I love to party it up on New Years Eve."
T.I. Will Join Katy Perry on 'NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly'
December 06, 2008 02:12:17T.I. has been confirmed to make a live appearance alongside Katy Perry on holiday TV show "NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly". Another big name who is also set to perform live at the event is Ludacris.
"The addition of T.I. is huge," Daly said regarding the performance lineup. "Since the end of June, either T.I. or Katy Perry has predominantly held the number one spot on Billboard's Hot 100. More importantly, with T.I. we get the artist of the year to perform in primetime."
David Beckham, Katy Perry, and Celeb Friends Do Adidas TV Ad
November 28, 2008 09:11:54Sportsman David Beckham and singer Katy Perry are among the many stars featured in the new promotional TV advertisement for Adidas. In addition to them both, the 1980s-style hip-hop house party-themed ad also features the likes of Estelle, Missy Elliott, hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons, band The Ting Tings, and rappers Method Man, Redman and Darryl McDaniels a.k.a. Run DMC.
The ad, aimed to mark Adidas' '60 Years Of Soles and Stripes' anniversary, sees David smiling as he enters the suburban house. Inside, he is taped holding a drink and talking to Boston Celtics basketball player Kevin Garnett. Both males are seen laughing.
List of Music Nominations for 2009 People's Choice Awards
November 11, 2008 10:11:58Nominees of the 35th annual People's Choice Awards have been announced. Breaking the news are Joshua Jackson of "Fringe" and Carrie Ann Inaba of "Dancing with the Stars" alongside actors from "Gary Unmarried", Paula Marshall and Jay Mohr.
From the list posted below, it is revealed that Rihanna leads the nomination list by receiving three nods. She is nominated for "Favorite Female Singer", facing off Alicia Keys and Carrie Underwood. On "Favorite Pop Song", her up-beat jam "Disturbia" will compete with Katy Perry's "I Kissed a Girl" and Jordin Sparks' "No Air" featuring Chris Brown.
David Archuleta and Katy Perry Set for 'Z100's Jingle Ball 2008'
November 08, 2008 02:11:47David Archuleta and Katy Perry have both lined up for musical guests at annual holiday concert "Z100's Jingle Ball 2008". Other musicians scheduled to make live appearances on the gig include Chris Brown, Leona Lewis, Ne-Yo, Jesse McCartney, Paramore, Brandy, and Lady GaGa.
Taking place at Madison Square, the star-studded show will be held on December 12 with Rihanna serving as a special guest host. For each ticket for the show which is sold via Ticketmaster, $1 will be automatically donated to "Stand Up to Cancer" charity along with an option to contribute more.
Live Performance Videos of 2008 MTV European Music Awards
November 07, 2008 10:11:11Beyonce Knowles performed her new song "If I Were a Boy" at this year's MTV European Music Awards taking place at Liverpool Echo Arena on November 6. Pink also appeared hosting a live pillow fight while playing her Most Addictive-winning single "So What".
Hosted by Katy Perry, the star-studded show also lined up Duffy who entertained audience with her runaway smash "Mercy" and The Ting Tings who played "That's Not My Name" from their debut album "We Started Nothing".
Full Winners of 2008 MTV European Music Awards
November 07, 2008 09:11:20Britney Spears scored double glory at 2008 MTV European Music Awards. She took home a trophy for "Act of 2008", putting aside Amy Winehouse, Coldplay, Leona Lewis, and Rihanna. In addition, on "Album of the Year", her fifth studio album "Blackout" has beaten down Alicia Keys' "As I Am", Coldplay's "Viva La Vida", Duffy's "Rockferry", and Leona Lewis' "Spirit".
Unfortunately, the 26-year-old singer couldn't attend the MTV's extravagant night to collect her trophies but she managed to appear via satellite to give her acceptance speech. "Thank you again MTV. I cannot believe I won another EMA. This is another amazing night for me," the "Womanizer" hitmaker said.
Katy Perry Booked for NBC's New Year's Eve Event
November 06, 2008 02:11:42"I Kissed a Girl" singer Katy Perry has been announced as one of the performers at NBC's special event with Carson Daly in celebration of new year's eve. Other musicians expected to perform are 50 Cent and Ludacris.
The show will be kicked off in Time Square on new year's eve beginning at 10 P.M. Speaking of the upcoming show, Daly said, "The network gave us a huge vote of confidence by asking us to expand into primetime. We've got great music with 50 Cent, Katy Perry, Ludacris. It's gonna be a huge show, bigger than the Beijing Olympics and if it's not, I apologize."
Katy Perry Dressed as the Late Freddie Mercury for 24th Birthday Bash
October 30, 2008 01:10:32Katy Perry celebrated her 24th birthday Tuesday, October 28 in style by exploring more of her masculine side and dressing as the late Freddie Mercury. Attempting to look exactly like the former Queen musician, she dressed in Freddie's trademark all white outfit which was paired with a flashy yellow jacket and white trackpants. What's more, she even wore a fake mustache and wig.
There were about 200 guests invited to the bash, held at Siren Studios in Los Angeles. Drinks company Malibu Rum, which hosted the festivity, treated guests with specialty drinks, including the Mercury, the Monroe and the King. As for the birthday girl, she treated her A-list guests, including Josh Groban and Cisco Adler, "to a game of bobbing for body parts, a coffin photo booth and an execution chamber," E! Online reported.
Katy Perry Takes Hilarious Tumble at MTV's Latin America Awards, the Video
October 18, 2008 11:10:22Intending to make a fun stunt during her on-stage performance at MTV's Latin America Awards in Guadalajara, Mexico on Thursday night, October 16, Katy Perry experienced an embarrassing moment when she took a hilarious tumble, slipping her icing-covered feet on the stage. And instead of getting bothered by the tumble, she tend to laugh it off.
Katy had just finished performing her hit single "I Kissed A Girl" when she put her microphone on the floor and jumped on a giant orange-colored cake standing near her. Diving into the cake, she ruined the planned stunt as she took a tumble right after. She actually attempted to grab one of her bandmates, but it appeared that her slippery ballet shoes made her losing her balance.
Katy Perry to Host 2008 MTV European Music Awards
October 14, 2008 02:10:10Katy Perry has been confirmed to make a hosting job at this year's MTV European Music Awards. Wanting to present a "much more informal and relaxed" show, the executive producer for the event Richard Godfrey considers Perry as a perfect figure for the show's host regarding her recent "definite musical twist."
"To follow in the footsteps of previous hosts Christina Aguilera, Tom Jones, P. Diddy, and Snoop Dogg at this prestigious event is an incredible honor," the 23-year-old singer shares her excitement concerning her upcoming duty. "Do they know what they are getting into? I just hope that I don't spill my cocktail!"
Video Premiere: Katy Perry's 'Hot and Cold'
October 02, 2008 01:10:24Katy Perry has premiered a brand new music video for her latest single "Hot and Cold". In this video, Perry plays a bride who chases her groom after he is too chicken to say 'I do'. When the groom storms out of the church, Perry literally runs after him and shouts on how cold feet he is. The ending of the video takes a surprising upturn.
"This music video is a big production," Perry gives her comment on the video. "There's lots of different scene changes and obviously I look crazy. This is one of those videos where I'm okay looking a little insane." The video is directed by Alan Ferguson and shot in Los Angeles.
Limited Edition Dolls of Pop Sensation Katy Perry Ready for Release
September 29, 2008 11:09:52Becoming the latest celebrity to have her figure immortalized in plastic, Katy Perry is about to release a limited edition doll of herself later this week. The doll is similar to the one that is featured in the music video of her hit single "Ur So Gay", from her second studio album "One of the Boys."
New York-based toy manufacturer Integrity Toys, which produced the doll used in Katy's "Ur So Gay" video, has collaborated with the singer to create 500 special edition dolls in her likeness. The doll will retail for $49.99 and is expected to sell out in two days.
Behind-the-Scenes of Katy Perry's 'Hot and Cold' Music Video
September 29, 2008 09:09:34Katy Perry is working on a music video in support of her latest single called "Hot and Cold". Beside appearing in her debut album, "One of the Boys", which has been for sale since June, the song has also been recorded in Simlish and appears on the eight expansion pack of the popular computer game franchise "The Sims 2: Apartment Life".
The video itself is reportedly directed by Alan Ferguson and shot somewhere in Los Angeles. Donning a sugar pink wedding dress, the "I Kissed a Girl" hit maker has to do all the running and riding when her on-the-video boyfriend is not brave enough to marry her.
Katy Perry Kisses a Girl, Flashes Thighs and Pants During Saucy Gig
September 26, 2008 02:09:38Katy Perry set tongues wagging when she went wild during a performance at an after party on Wednesday night, September 24, kissing one of her female friends and flashing her thighs and pants for the audience to see. Speculation later emerged that the girl she kissed was Danish pop band Alphabeat frontwoman Stine Bramsen.
Earlier in the day, Katy played a one-off U.K. date at London's Scala. Taking the stage, she was seen wearing a tight fitting blue dress and rose-patterned tights. She was also spotted sporting a massive pair of blue and yellow sunglasses.
No Chance for Katy Perry to Team Up With Boyfriend Travis McCoy
September 19, 2008 10:09:55Katy Perry has apparently lost the opportunity to join force with boyfriend Travis McCoy as the Gym Class Heroes' frontman refuses to mix business and pleasure. "We are Travis and Katy not Sonny and Cher. We give each other's music constructive criticism, but that's it," Travis explains in a statement.
Meanwhile, speaking of Katy's controversial hit single "I Kissed a Girl", Travis admits that she once considered to drop the tune. "As soon as Katy played I Kissed A Girl I said, 'Baby, this is a smash'. I totally knew from the word go but she wasn't sure," he says.
Singer Katy Perry Molds Her Breasts for Charity, the Video
August 29, 2008 09:08:47Having a popular name in music industry, Katy Perry is cashing in on her fame for charity. The pop songbird, whose single "I Kissed a Girl" has become a hit worldwide, is having her breasts molded to benefit breast cancer research through Keep A Breast Foundation.
The process of molding Perry's breasts is videotaped on the footage available for view after this news. The resulting mold is going to be auctioned off later this year.
Katy Perry Inspired by Scarlett Johansson in 'I Kissed a Girl'
August 23, 2008 10:08:29Behind the highly-successful and controversial song of "I Kissed a Girl" lays Scarlett Johansson. The song's crooner and co-writer, Katy Perry, confessed that she was inspired by the actress when she flipped through a magazine revealing a picture of the sexy blonde.
"'I Kissed a Girl' was inspired when I opened up a magazine and I saw a picture of Scarlett Johansson," Perry said to Steppin' Out magazine. "I was with my boyfriend at the time, and I said to him, 'I'm not going to lie: If Scarlett Johansson walked into the room and wanted to make out with me, I would make out with her. I hope you're okay with that?"
Katy Perry's Dad: 'We Have Nothing Against Her'
August 20, 2008 02:08:16Katy Perry being lashed out by her parents over the lyrics of "I Kissed a Girl" has created quite a buzz this week, touching sensitive issues like the rift inside a family as well as homosexuality. A member of the family has decided to clear things up by doing a live interview via San Diego's 101.5 KGB, saying that much of the report were "twisted".
Keith Hudson, father of Katy who is also an evangelist, agreed on an interview with radio hosts Dave, Shelly and Chainsaw (DSC) in their show to give his side of story after he heard them discussing the issue during the show. "They twisted it really bad. They said a bunch of things that was not correct," he said adding that Caroline Graham, the columnist at DailyMail.co.uk "turned everything" and made them look like "religious biggots".
Travis McCoy Amazed by Katy Perry's Parents' Comment on Song
August 20, 2008 11:08:52Travis McCoy of Gym Class Heroes has released a statement in defense of his girlfriend Katy Perry who was criticized by her own parents for the profane lyrics of her song "I Kissed a Girl". McCoy admits that he is stunned by the parents' comment that dub the song as "shameful" and a "disgrace".
Earlier this week, Katy's mom Mary Hudson who is a devoted preacher told DailyMail.co.uk that she hates the song and that it "clearly promotes homosexuality and its message is shameful and disgusting."
Mary added that she fears Katy "has been led astray by the Hollywood crowd," and that she prays "all the time that God will work through her and help her find salvation."
Katy Perry's Parents Ashamed of Her 'I Kissed a Girl' Song
August 18, 2008 04:08:52Taking the fall of the success for her hit "I Kissed a Girl", Katy Perry has to endure criticism from her own parents. Instead of getting praised, the daughter of evangelical Christian preachers is deemed "shameful and disgraceful" with the lyrics of the song that promotes "sin".
Speaking to DailyMail.co.uk, Perry's mom, Mary Hudson said, "I hate the song. It clearly promotes homosexuality and its message is shameful and disgusting." She added that this is no longer a secret, saying, "Katy knows how I feel. We are a very outspoken family and she knows how disappointed her father and I are. I can't even listen to that song. The first time I heard it I was in total shock. When it comes on the radio I bow my head and pray."
Lily Allen Holds Back Upcoming LP, Avoiding Chart Battle With Katy Perry
August 11, 2008 03:08:13Lily Allen has been reported to reschedule release date for her upcoming album "Stuck On The Naughty Step". The rumor says that Lily is afraid of being in the chart battle with Katy Perry's massive hit "I Kissed a Girl".
However, Katy shuts down the competition rumor with Lily. Katy has been quoted as saying, "I think I sound different to her. She's in a league of her own."
Katy Perry Ties Beatles Record With 'I Kissed a Girl'
August 11, 2008 09:08:19Katy Perry's second single "I Kissed a Girl" from latest album "One of the Boys" has been in lead spot of Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart for seven weeks. This record has then tied The Beatles to become the longest-running number one in the chart for her label Capitol Records.
Furthermore, if Katy's song can hang on for three more weeks, it will tie rapper Flo Rida's "Low", which has previously enjoyed a ten-week run in the hot spot of the chart. However, there may come challenges from R&B singer Chris Brown's "Forever" which has risen one place from number three to number two, and Rihanna's "Disturbia" which is up to number three this week.
Singer Katy Perry Got Promise Ring from Boyfriend Gym Class Heroes' Travis McCoy
June 24, 2008 01:06:16Katy Perry is off the single market. The singer-songwriter is dating Gym Class Heroes lead vocalist Travis McCoy and already got a promise ring from him.
Opened up about their love relationship, McCoy said in a recent interview, "We're going to spend the whole summer together. She's going to be on Warped Tour with us, she's going to be performing. It's going to be a good time." Warped Tour itself, which is a touring music and extreme sports festival, will be kicked off this week.
Artist of the Week: Katy Perry
June 23, 2008 01:06:52Quirky and one of a kind are factors that make up Katy Perry, an aspiring singer hailing from California who has broken through the music chart with her "Ur So Gay" single. The 23-year-old inevitably will join the list of young musicians ready to take over the mainstream with her attitude and pop/rock sound.
Her major debut album, "One of the Boys" has just been released on June 17 via Capitol Records, boasting two strong singles "Ur So Gay" that has been named by Madonna as her favorite song and "I Kissed a Girl" which has been her fans' favorite. The latter single topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart at number 2, only seconded by heavyweight Coldplay's "Viva la Vida" and even became the airplay gainer in its sixth week on the chart.
