HIGH-POWERED HOOKUP: Hollywood Gives Katy Perry’s Justin Trudeau Romance The Thumbs Up
The gossip machine is in absolute overdrive following Katy Perry’s confirmation that she is dating former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The pairing is bizarre, powerful, and absolutely irresistible to Hollywood—and now, the relationship has received the coveted celebrity stamp of approval from none other than Perry’s close friend, Zooey Deschanel.
The New Girl alum, , appeared on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen and didn’t hesitate when fans asked about the shock romance. When co-host Andy Cohen read the question: “What do you think about your friend Katy Perry hard launching her relationship with Justin Trudeau?” Deschanel’s response was pure, unadulterated enthusiasm.
“I love it. I’m so in,” Deschanel admitted. She then drew a fascinating parallel to her own private life, revealing a pattern among pop stars and Canadian power players: “I’m with a Canadian guy. She’s with a Canadian guy!” Deschanel is engaged to Property Brothers star Jonathan Scott, who is also famously Canadian, confirming that the Great White North has a surprisingly strong grip on Hollywood’s leading ladies.
INSTAGRAM OFFICIAL: The Japan Tour That Revealed the Secret
The political-pop romance went from rumor to reality earlier this month when Katy Perry, , and Trudeau, , cemented their status by going Instagram official. The “Dark Horse” singer shared a sweet carousel of photos and videos from a trip to Japan, where she was performing her Japanese Lifetime Tour concerts.
The images showed the unexpected couple cozying up, confirming their connection following her summer split from long-time partner Orlando Bloom. One particular clip gave fans an intimate glimpse into their low-key dynamic: Perry and Trudeau enjoying a dinner date, with the former PM looking on with a loving smile as Perry tried her “first Uni” (sea urchin sushi). The whole display was calculated to look effortless and deeply connected.
The relationship wasn’t confined to romantic dinners, either. The pair made a highly visible public debut during a meeting with former Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Kishida, , posted about the meeting, confirming that “Former Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau came to Japan with his partner Katy Perry and had lunch with us.” This confirmed that the political powerbrokers of the world are already treating the pop star as Trudeau’s significant other.
The Bloom Split: Amicable End to a Decade-Long Relationship
Perry’s relationship with Trudeau was first whispered about this summer, right after the shocking news broke in June that she and actor Orlando Bloom had split after a decade together. Despite the length of their relationship and the fact that they share daughter Daisy, born in August , sources insisted the breakup was amicable.
“Katy and Orlando have split but are amicable,” an insider exclusively told Us Weekly at the time. “It’s not contentious at the moment. Katy is of course upset but is relieved to not have to go through another divorce, as that was the worst time in her life.” Perry has a history of brutal splits, and the relief of avoiding a second divorce may have accelerated her leap into a new romance.
The timing of the public reveal with Trudeau—just months after the Bloom split—suggests the relationship was rapidly developing over the summer, going from a “low-key” fling to a serious connection that warranted a “hard launch” on the world stage.
“Trudeau is exactly the kind of unexpected, powerful rebound Katy needs after Bloom. He’s got the global fame, the political muscle, and he’s Canadian! It’s an entire brand shift. I love this messy, unexpected energy!” – @GlobalGossipQueen
Motherhood and Support: The True Bond Between Katy and Zooey
Zooey Deschanel’s enthusiastic support for Perry isn’t just a casual friend endorsement; the two share a much deeper connection rooted in motherhood and professional respect. Perry previously spoke about her genuine appreciation for Deschanel’s support as she navigated being a new mother to Daisy.
Perry revealed that she personally reached out to Deschanel—who famously looks like her—when she needed help, calling the experience “amazing.” Deschanel “showed up for me while I was on maternity leave, basically,” Perry recalled. As a pop star with no traditional ” to ,” Perry needed help balancing her schedule, and Deschanel stepped up.
“I truly believe that mothers are the most powerful beings on the planet, and when women get together and support each other, it’s incredible,” Perry said. This strong, supportive friendship lends massive credibility to Deschanel’s glowing approval of the Trudeau romance.
The Canadian Connection: Is North of the Border the New Hollywood Hunk Hub?
The final, hilarious detail is the seemingly high rate of Canadian dating success among Hollywood stars. Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott have been a solid couple for years, and now Katy Perry is linking up with one of the world’s most recognizable politicians. Is this just a coincidence, or is Canada officially the new breeding ground for politically and professionally powerful boyfriends?
The “hard launch” of Perry and Trudeau makes it clear they are ready to face the intense scrutiny that comes with being an international power couple. The question now is: How long can a private romance between a global pop icon and a former head of state remain “low-key,” and when will the next Hollywood star fall for a Canadian politician?
The world is watching to see how this incredibly high-profile, unexpected relationship develops.
