In a move that ends months of swirling speculation, global pop icon Katy Perry has publicly confirmed her romantic relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The singer chose her Instagram platform to share a series of intimate photos and videos from their recent time together in Tokyo, Japan, during her Lifetimes Tour, offering fans an unambiguous look at their coupledom.
Tokyo Times: The Official Public Reveal
The confirmation came through a photo carousel posted by Katy Perry, which she captioned with a playful "Tokyo times on tour and more." The collection of images and clips painted a picture of a relaxed and affectionate pair enjoying each other's company. One selfie shows the couple leaning cheek-to-cheek outdoors, while a video captures them sharing a meal and exchanging warm smiles. Another moment finds them exploring an interactive art installation, showcasing their comfort and closeness during the sightseeing adventure.
This Instagram reveal is the most definitive proof of their status to date. Before this, the pair had begun making selective public appearances, but none carried the weight and intimacy of Perry's personal social media post. Their outing in Paris on October 25, which was also Perry's birthday, had strongly hinted at a romance, but the Japan photos have made it undeniably official.
From Rumours to Reality: The Relationship Timeline
The rumour mill began churning in July 2025, when Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau were first spotted walking a dog and dining together in Montreal's Mount Royal Park. The connection deepened when Trudeau attended her Lifetimes Tour concert shortly after, fuelling public curiosity.
By September 2025, paparazzi photographs captured them embracing and kissing on a yacht near Santa Barbara. The sightings intensified in October 2025, most notably on October 25, when they were seen holding hands while leaving a Paris cabaret. Insiders later revealed that Trudeau had "been pursuing" Perry since their early dates, even flying to California during a break in her tour schedule. Their connection was described as natural and easy, with Perry appreciating his respectful demeanour.
Both individuals entered this relationship following significant personal chapters. Katy Perry separated from actor Orlando Bloom in June 2025 after a six-year engagement; they share a five-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove. Justin Trudeau finalised his separation from Sophie Grégoire in 2023 after 18 years of marriage; they are parents to three children.
A Diplomatic Lunch and a Formal Acknowledgment
The Japan trip was not solely a private holiday. During Perry's Tokyo tour stop, the couple engaged in a notable diplomatic-social meeting. On December 3, they joined former Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife, Yuko, for lunch.
Kishida later shared a group photo beside a Christmas tree on X (formerly Twitter), referring to Perry as Trudeau's "partner" in Japanese. In his post, he recalled working closely with Trudeau during their tenures as world leaders and expressed happiness at maintaining their friendship. Trudeau reposted the message, writing, "Great to see you @kishida230. Katy and I were so glad to have the chance to sit down with you and Yuko." This repost served as a formal, public acknowledgment of Perry in a diplomatic setting, further cementing the relationship's status.
As Katy Perry continues her global Lifetimes Tour and Justin Trudeau navigates life beyond political leadership, they appear to be building a bond that blends personal warmth with public visibility. Balancing demanding careers, parenthood, and life after long-term relationships, their confident Japan reveal marks a significant step forward, signalling they are ready to embrace this new chapter together openly.
