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 Contestant Courtney Timmons Brings Ryan Seacrest To Tears
etcanada.comSeason 18 of “American Idol” continued on Sunday, March 1 with even more jaw-dropping talent and emotional moments. One of the most incredible moments of the show came when host Ryan Seacrest found a young singer on the streets and brought her directly in front of the judging panel.
RELATED: ‘Country Post Malone’ Impresses ‘American Idol’ Judges With ‘Mysterious’ Performance With Seacrest’s help, Courtney Timmons performed “Rise Up” by Andra Day.
The security guard from Georgia blew each of the judges away, and even brought Seacrest to tears with her amazing vocal skills. “This is a magical moment” said Katy Perry, before adding: “We’re gonna send ya to Hollywood!” RELATED: Katy Perry React’s To Jared Lettow’s Yodeling On ‘American Idol’ “
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