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.
Katy Perry defends pal Ellen DeGeneres following workplace turmoil
hollywood.comKaty Perry has defended her “friend” Ellen Degeneres following accusations she presided over a toxic workplace culture on her chat show.The presenter has been heavily criticized in recent weeks for allegedly turning a blind eye to staff members reporting misconduct, racism, and sexual harassment – with some former fans even calling for her to be replaced.However, Katy leapt to her pal’s defense on Twitter, explaining to fans that the 62-year-old had always treated her with kindness.“I know I can’t speak for anyone else’s experience besides my own but I want to acknowledge that I have only ever had positive takeaways from my time with Ellen & on the @theellenshow,” Katy wrote.“I think we all have witnessed the light & continual fight for.
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