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.
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris' inauguration is going to be complete with A-list stars! Next week, the president-elect and vice president-elect will be sworn in, and the Presidential Inaugural Committee is celebrating by having Tom Hanks host a star-studded, primetime special, .On Wednesday, the 90-minute special will celebrate the new administration, as well as showcase the American people's resilience, heroism, and unified commitment to coming together as a nation.
Among those stars participating in the special are Eva Longoria and Kerry Washington, who will introduce segments throughout the night.In addition to speeches from the newly-minted president and vice president, the special will feature a duet by Tim McGraw and Florida Georgia.
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