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’ Season 21 Finale: Kylie Minogue, Pitbull, TLC & More Stars Line Up To Celebrate Winner
deadline.comAs American Idol gets ready to crown its Season 21 winner, a star-studded cast has been lined up for the night of celebration set to take place on Sunday, May 21.
The three-hour finale episode is set to air live from coast to coast starting at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT. During tonight’s episode, Ryan Seacrest announced the guest of performers that will appear on stage the night the winner gets announced.
As previously announced, Keith Urban will return to the show to mentor the Top 3 finalists. Urban, who was a judge on the talent show between seasons 12 and 15, will also take the stage to perform himself.
American Idol judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan will also be taking the stage on finale night with each performing a song.
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