Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 29, 2025 · Entertainment

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau Ignite Romance Rumors Amid Celebrity Scandals

Katy Perry sparked romance rumors with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on a cozy dinner date on Monday, just weeks after her split from Orlando Bloom was confirmed

Katy Perry Ignites Romance Rumors with Former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau

The pop star, 40, and the scandal-plagued politician, 53, were spotted on a cozy dinner date in Montreal on Monday, just weeks after her highly publicized split from Orlando Bloom. The unlikely pairing has left fans and insiders alike wondering: could this be the start of something new for Katy?

Sources close to the pair claim they met at Le Violon restaurant, where they spent hours getting to know each other over a romantic dinner. A video obtained by TheScholarlyNote.com shows the two laughing and chatting like old friends, with Perry gesturing enthusiastically as Trudeau listened intently.

Perry shares one daughter Daisy, four, with ex fiance Bloom, 48 - pictured March 2025

The singer's career has been in turmoil lately, what with her flop album 143, which was widely panned by critics and fans alike for sounding "generated through AI." Not to mention her disastrous space trip on Blue Origin, where she was ridiculed for holding a daisy in zero gravity and claiming she was "super connected to love."

But it seems Katy is finally moving on from the drama of her past few months. And who better to help her heal than Justin Trudeau, the former Canadian Prime Minister who's been through his own fair share of scandal? After all, he knows a thing or two about navigating a PR nightmare.

Trudeau, 53, stepped down as Prime Minister in January following a dramatic fall from grace that saw him face weeks of pressure from party colleagues amid a bitter rift over how to handle relations with Donald Trump. But it seems the charismatic politician has weathered the storm and is now ready to move on – and maybe even start a new romance.

Trudeau shares three children with ex wife Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, from whom he announced a split in August 2023 after 18 years of marriage - pictured 2022

According to sources, Perry and Trudeau started their evening with a stroll through the park before heading for drinks at Taverne Atlantic. The pop star looked stunning in a black and white dress, while Trudeau cut a dapper figure in his navy shirt and slacks.

But it's not just their physical chemistry that's got tongues wagging – insiders claim they have a deep emotional connection. "They're both highly intelligent and charismatic people who are used to being in the public eye," says one source. "They understand each other on a level that few others do."

As for Trudeau, sources close to him say he's been looking forward to getting back into the dating scene since his split from wife Sophie Grégoire Trudeau in August 2023. The couple had been together for 18 years and have three children, but it seems they're finally going their separate ways.

The singer, 40, and Trudeau, 53, were filmed dining together in Montreal at the city's Le Violon restaurant in a video obtained by Daily Mail

Trudeau's decision to resign as Prime Minister was seen by many as a huge blow to his reputation – but insiders claim he's been working hard to rebuild himself and get back in the public eye. And who better to help him do that than a glamorous pop star like Katy Perry?

Meanwhile, Bloom has seemingly moved on from their split – at least, according to his Instagram posts. The 48-year-old actor shared a cryptic message about "loneliness" and "darkness" just days after the breakup, which sparked speculation he's heartbroken.

But sources close to the couple claim they're still amicable and will continue to co-parent their four-year-old daughter Daisy. As one insider puts it: "They'll always be connected as parents – but Katy is finally free to move on and explore new relationships."

A smiling Perry, who is currently on the Canadian leg of her panned Lifetimes Tour, was seen gesturing as Trudeau intently listened

And who knows? Maybe this new romance with Trudeau will be just what she needs to revive her career and put the drama of the past few months behind her.

TheScholarlyNote.com has reached out to representatives for both Perry and Trudeau for comment – but so far, neither party has responded. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story!

In related news, Katy's much-maligned Lifetimes Tour has been hit with accusations of copying other pop stars, including Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter. During her show in Chicago last week, the singer addressed being the "most hated person on the Internet" – but seemed to take it all in stride.

The former American Idol judge suffered severe backlash ever since her space tourist trip on Blue Origin's New Shepard NS-31 mission in April - which sparked 'tension' with Bloom

As for Trudeau, his decision to step down as Prime Minister sparked a massive overhaul of the Canadian government. His successor, Mike Carney, has been working hard to rebuild the party's image and get back into the public eye.

But Trudeau remains one of Canada's most beloved figures – and who knows? Maybe this new romance with Katy Perry will be just what he needs to bounce back from his recent scandals.

Stay tuned for more updates on this juicy celebrity romance – and don't forget to follow us at TheScholarlyNote.com for all the latest gossip, news, and scandal!

The Trudeau family at home in 2021. Children Ella-Grace, right, Xavier, center, and Hadrien, left, are pictured

Trudeau resigned as Canada's Prime Minister in January after weeks of tension within the Liberal Party

Trudeau's party disagreed on how to handle then-incoming U.S. President Donald Trump after he announced a plan to implement a 25 percent tariff on Canada in order to apply pressure to help with a crackdown on the border crisis

Perry and Bloom began dating in 2016 and got engaged on Valentine's Day 2019; seen last September

Shortly after the flight, Perry kicked off her Lifetimes tour (pictured) which has suffered from a series of setbacks

Perry was seen floating inside the capsule holding a daisy in a nod to Daisy