Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 13, 2025 · Entertainment

Katy Perry Claps Back at Critics: A Night of Triumph in NYC!

Katy Perry, 40, has defiantly clapped back at haters as she performed for a sold-out crowd at Madison Square Garden in NYC on Monday amid her Lifetimes Tour (seen above)

KATY PERRY SPILLS THE TEA ON HER LOVE LIFE, MUSIC CAREER, AND ALL THE HATER-SHADING

The drama, the glamour, and the tea - it's all coming out now! Global superstar Katy Perry is dishing about her recent breakup from Orlando Bloom, her music career woes, and her budding romance with a certain former Canadian Prime Minister.

First off, let's talk about the performance of a lifetime at Madison Square Garden in NYC on Monday. The 40-year-old "Firework" singer took to the stage, addressing the sold-out crowd of 19,500 screaming fans, and absolutely slayed it! But what caught our attention was her sassy clap-back at all the haters who doubted she could fill up the iconic venue.

The Firework singer - whose split from Orlando Bloom was confirmed in June after nine years together - addressed the audience inside the massive stadium over speculation that she couldn't sell out the 19,500 seat venue; seen with Bloom in March in Beverly Hills

"They said, 'No way! MSG, it couldn't be done,'" Perry quipped, "And I was scared, too." She then jokingly added that if things hadn't worked out, she'd have been eating a hot dog from the corner instead of performing on stage. Talk about a hilarious comeback!

But what's really got everyone buzzing is Perry's recent breakup with Orlando Bloom. After nine years together, the couple called it quits in June, and it seems they're both moving on - or so it appears. A source close to the singer revealed that she's "not ready to start dating anyone right now" and is focusing on healing from the separation.

However, we can't help but wonder if Perry has already moved on with none other than former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau? The two were spotted enjoying a dinner date in Montreal last month, and insiders claim they have an "instant connection." But don't get too excited - a second source insists it's nothing more than friendship for now.

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Meanwhile, back to the concert series. Perry's Lifetimes Tour kicked off in April, but things haven't been entirely smooth sailing. She's faced criticism over her choreography, with some comparing her dance moves to "mom moves." Ouch! But the singer has brushed aside all the negativity and is instead focusing on putting on an unforgettable show for her fans.

And speaking of shows, Perry dropped her seventh studio album, 143, in September last year. Unfortunately, it received a lukewarm reception from critics - but hey, who needs good reviews when you've got sold-out crowds cheering your name? The singer's also been facing backlash over her collaboration with Dr. Luke on the LP, who was involved in a high-profile lawsuit with fellow singer Kesha.

But what about that epic Blue Origin mission Perry took part in earlier this year? The space-tourism venture sparked controversy among fans and fellow celebrities alike - but Perry insists it was "life-changing." Sorry, haters! She's not apologizing for taking to the cosmos or kissing the ground when she landed safely back on Earth.

The star dropped her seventh studio album 143 in September 2024 - but was panned by critics upon its release

It's been a wild ride for Katy Perry in recent months, but one thing's for sure: this talented songstress isn't letting all the drama get her down. With an international trek planned for September and a sold-out crowd still screaming her name, it looks like Perry is ready to take on whatever comes next - and serve face (and sass) while doing so!

A look at Katy Perry's recent performances:

  • A source told The Scholarly Note that Perry sustained injuries after dropping to her knees when a fan collapsed on stage during her concert.
  • She later took to Instagram to reveal her bloody right knee and bruises, but it didn't seem to slow down her performance.
  • The singer has been performing sold-out shows across the globe, including in NYC at Madison Square Garden.

The Dark Horse songstress was brutally mocked after she promoted her tour dates while in space and for later kissing the ground as she landed safely back to Earth

Katy Perry's upcoming tour dates:

  • July 27 - Newark
  • July 28 - Baltimore
  • August 2 - Raleigh (USA)
  • September onwards (International Tour)

The latest on Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau:

A source previously told Daily Mail , 'Katy doesn't regret going to space. It was life changing. What she does regret is making a public spectacle out of it'

  • A source claims the two have an "instant connection" but insists it's nothing more than friendship for now.
  • Another insider revealed that Perry is focusing on healing from her breakup with Orlando Bloom before considering a new relationship.

A glimpse into Katy Perry's life after breakup:

  • The singer has been spotted enjoying dinner dates, including one in NYC last Tuesday at The Pool in the Big Apple.
  • She opted for a navy dress and nude heels, carrying a mini yellow purse to complete her chic look.

In May, it was revealed that Perry was not invited back for another Las Vegas residency; seen above during residency in December 2021

In the words of the songstress herself: "New York City represents life - the highs, the lows, the in-betweens. Everything that's messy, everything that's beautiful." Sounds like Katy Perry is ready to take on whatever comes next!

Perry's split from ex-fiance Bloom came to light in June following their engagement in 2019 and the birth of their daughter Daisy the following year

And representatives for the two stars also confirmed to Daily Mail: 'Orlando and Katy have been shifting their relationship over the past many months to focus on co-parenting'

Late last month in July, Perry was seen enjoying a dinner date with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Montreal amid her Lifetimes Tour stop in Canada; seen in February in Paris

Following her split from Bloom, the singer 'isn't ready to start dating anyone right now' and is instead focusing on 'healing' from the separation; seen in April in Mexico City

On Tuesday, Perry glammed up in a figure-hugging, navy dress with a white trim on the neckline for a night out in NYC

She slipped into a pair of open-toed, nude heels and styled her dark locks into a chic up do as she grabbed dinner at The Pool in the Big Apple

Perry easily carried a mini yellow purse in her hand to hold a few items she needed for the nighttime excursion

The star was seen greeting fans outside of the eatery and took time to sign autographs