Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), better known by her stage name Katy Perry, is an American singer-songwriter and musician. Perry was born in Santa Barbara, California, and raised by Christian pastor parents; she grew up listening to only gospel music and sang in church as a child. After earning a GED during her freshman year of high school, she began to pursue a music career. She released a self-titled gospel album in 2001 as Katy Hudson which failed with the closing of its record label that year. She recorded an album with production team The Matrix and completed most of a solo album from 2004–2005, neither of which were released.

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Katy Perry was joined by Kanye West as they perform on American Idol last night (April 21). The pair performed their recent US number one hit 'E.T.' for the first time live on the Idol results show.   Read more 

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Rihanna has revealed that she didn't like friend Katy Perry's husband Russell Brand when she first met him. The singer had her first introduction to the British comedian-turned-actor when he interviewed her on a TV show.   Read more 

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Adele has admitted that she likes seeing Lady Gaga and Katy Perry's boobs and bum. The singer, who returned to the top of the US chart with '21' this week, said that she doesn't mind when other female singers show of their bodies but that she never will.   Read more 

Katy Perry Says Russell Brand Sends 'Inappropriate' Emails To Her Mum

Katy Perry has revealed that her husband, British comedian Russell Brand, sends "inappropriate" emails to her mother. The singer, who married Brand last year, said her mum enjoyed the Arthur star's correspondence, even though she doesn't.   Read more 

Gwen Stefani: Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Katy Perry Trying To Be Sex Symbols

Gwen Stefani has claimed that current female pop stars like Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Katy Perry are actively trying to become sex symbols. The No Doubt singer made the admission when asked whether she believe the artists had copied her style.   Read more 

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