Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), known professionally as Katy Perry, is an American singer, songwriter, and television judge. After singing in church during her childhood, she pursued a career in gospel music as a teenager.
Perry signed with Red Hill Records and released her debut studio album Katy Hudson under her birth name in 2001, which was commercially unsuccessful. She moved to Los Angeles the following year to venture into secular music after Red Hill ceased operations and she subsequently began working with producers Glen Ballard, Dr. Luke, and Max Martin.
After adopting the stage name Katy Perry and being dropped by The Island Def Jam Music Group and Columbia Records, she signed a recording contract with Capitol Records in April 2007.
‘American Idol’ Cast Set To Return For Season 19, Bobby Bones’ Future In Doubt
etcanada.com“American Idol” will return for its fourth season on ABC mostly unscathed. RELATED: Ryan Seacrest’s Dog Was A Gift From The Creator Of ‘American Idol’ Judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie are all expected to return, per Deadline.
Host Ryan Seacrest is also coming back. The only future in doubt is that of in-house mentor Bobby Bones, who recently teamed with Nat Geo for a travelogue titled, “Breaking Bobby Bones”. “Katy, Lionel, and Luke are fun, astute, and really know how to spot talent,” said showrunner Trish Kinane. “Their chemistry is undeniable, and we are delighted that they, along with host Ryan Seacrest, are returning to find the next superstar…” The new season of “American Idol” will ditch the tour bus and instead turn
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