During her London performance on Thursday, Katy Perry honored the victims of the Manchester terrorist attack that took place earlier in the week. She mentioned the tragic event where 22 people lost their lives and 119 were injured at an Ariana Grande concert. Perry, who is 32, spoke to the intimate audience at The Water Rats pub, sharing her sympathies for the victims and urging her fans to stand strong against terrorism.
More than 20 individuals lost their lives, including a young girl, and over 100 people were wounded when a suicide bomber attacked attendees at a crowded Ariana Grande concert in Manchester. This tragic incident marks the deadliest attack in Britain since the 2005 terror attack on the London Underground that claimed the lives of 52 people.
Following the outpouring of support from various celebrities, Katy Perry joined in paying tribute to the victims of this terrible act after Harry Styles held a moment of silence during his concert in Mexico the night before.
During her performance, Katy expressed how difficult this week had been for everyone, saying that it was a tough time for both the audience and herself, as music lovers share a deep connection. She encouraged people to do whatever they can to help in the aftermath of such tragedies and urged them not to let fear and hatred prevail.
Singing her heart out: Katy Perry honored the victims of the Manchester terrorist attack during a performance in London on Thursday.
In a heartfelt gesture, the celebrity brought up the tragic events of Monday evening, when a suicide bomber caused devastation at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, killing 22 people and injuring 119. Katy Perry, known for her iconic music and performances, made an appearance at The Water Rats pub in London to support Roman Kemp’s new breakfast show on Capital Breakfast. Looking effortlessly chic, the singer graced the small pub where she had previously performed a decade ago in 2008. During a surprise phone call to Roman’s new show, Katy revealed her plans to return to The Water Rats for a very special performance in honor of the show’s launch. It was a heartfelt moment when Katy, all the way from New York, wished Roman good luck and offered to celebrate the show’s success with an intimate gig at the same London pub where she kickstarted her UK music career a decade ago.
Lost in contemplation: Speaking to a small audience at The Water Rats pub in the city, the 32-year-old singer expressed her sympathy for the victims and encouraged her fans to not allow the terrorists to prevail.
The celebrity was completely immersed in her performance, basking in the admiration of her fans.
Delving into the heart of the matter: She delivered a heartfelt speech to the crowd.
Katy made an appearance at The Water Rats pub in London to help kick off the debut of Roman Kemp’s brand new breakfast show on Capital Breakfast.
Casual chic: The 32-year-old pop star, known for her hit song I Kissed A Girl, showed off her fashionable side as she visited a cozy bar in the city. This wasn’t the first time she wowed fans with an intimate performance, as she had done so back in 2008.
Casual: Katy stepped out in her stylish grey and red one-piece, featuring a T-shirt style top paired with flowy bottoms.
Her fans couldn’t contain their excitement as they cheered for the pop star, waving back at her as she posed for pictures and even chatted with them from the railings.
Addressing her ongoing feud with Taylor Swift, Katy finally opened up about the rumored tension between them that dates back to 2014, right around the time Taylor released her hit song Bad Blood which sparked controversy. At the time, Taylor hinted that the song was inspired by a professional dispute with another musician over backing dancers for their tours.
Eager to socialize: Fans were thrilled to see the singer interact with them, waving, posing, and even climbing on railings to chat. Following the event, Katy took to Twitter with a post hinting at a Mean Girls character. With the release of her song Swish Swish, rumors of a feud with Bad Blood resurfaced as she performed it on James Corden’s Carpool Karaoke. When questioned about the situation, she replied, “That’s accurate. There’s a conflict, she initiated it, and it’s her turn to resolve it.”
She paid close attention to how her accessories matched every detail of her outfit, from the bold red heels to the quirky crimson sunglasses. Despite constantly changing up her style, Katy managed to maintain an edgy vibe with her freshly cut platinum pixie hair.
Star of the evening: Before taking the stage at the debut party for the new Capital Breakfast show hosted by Roman Kemp, Katy had a chat with the interviewer at the bar.
The singer Katy recently made a triumphant return to The Water Rats, a cozy London pub where she first made her mark in the UK a decade ago. This time around, she delighted a small crowd of Capital listeners and devoted fans with her performance.
During the show, Katy shared a heartwarming story about her backing dancers who had previously toured with her. They had approached her asking for permission to leave, to which she kindly responded, “Of course.”
In a later radio interview, Katy expressed her readiness to let go of any past conflicts. She emphasized the importance of unity among women, believing that it has the power to heal the world. She stressed the need for coming together and spreading love, especially in the present times where unity is more crucial than ever.
Guess what? Katy caught Roman off guard with a spontaneous FaceTime call all the way from New York to wish him good luck on the opening day of his new show a couple of weeks ago. And to top it off, she even offered to put on a private performance just for him.
Got some beef? This week, she opened up about her feud with Taylor Swift, talking about the rumored tension that began back in 2014.