Katy Perry is a renowned American pop singer, songwriter, and television personality. Born on October 25, 1984, she initially pursued a career in gospel music before transitioning to secular pop. Her breakthrough came with the 2008 album *One of the Boys*, featuring hits like "I Kissed a Girl" and "Hot N Cold," which catapulted her to fame[1][3]. Perry's subsequent albums solidified her position in the music industry. *Teenage Dream* (2010) was particularly successful, with five number-one singles on the *Billboard* Hot 100, including "California Gurls," "Firework," and "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)"[2][3]. Her later albums, *Prism* (2013), *Witness* (2017), *Smile* (2020), and *143* (2024), continued to produce chart-topping hits like "Roar" and "Dark Horse"[1][4]. In addition to her music, Perry has been involved in various other ventures. She voiced Smurfette in *The Smurfs* movies and was a judge on *American Idol* from 2018 to 2024[4][5]. Perry is also known for her colorful and eccentric style, which has made her a fashion icon[4]. She has received numerous awards, including multiple American Music Awards and Guinness World Records[1][4]. In recent years, Perry has continued to be active in the entertainment industry. She completed a residency show called "Play" in Las Vegas from 2021 to 2023 and has been announced to embark on "The Lifetimes Tour" in 2025[1]. In April 2025, Perry participated in an all-female Blue Origin spaceflight, singing "What a Wonderful World" during the flight[4]. Perry remains a prominent figure in popular culture, known for her music, fashion sense, and philanthropic efforts[6].