Katy Perry And Orlando Bloom Announce Split After Six-Year Engagement.
Los Angeles, USA – Pop sensation Katy Perry and actor Orlando Bloom have confirmed their separation, bringing an end to their six-year engagement, according to statements reported by US media outlets. The couple, who have been romantically linked since 2016, issued a joint statement emphasising their commitment to co-parenting their four-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove.
The statement, released through their representatives, noted that the pair have been “shifting their relationship over the past many months to focus on co-parenting.” It highlighted their shared priority of raising Daisy with “love, stability, and mutual respect.” The announcement comes amid speculation about their relationship, which intensified after Bloom attended the high-profile wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez alone in Venice last week, while Perry continued her Lifetimes world tour.
Perry, 40, and Bloom, 48, first met at a Golden Globes after-party in 2016, where they famously bonded over an In-N-Out burger. Their relationship has had its ups and downs, including a brief split in 2017 before reconciling and getting engaged on Valentine’s Day in 2019. The couple had planned to wed in Japan in 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic forced them to postpone their nuptials. They welcomed their daughter, Daisy, in August of that year, with the news announced via UNICEF, where both serve as goodwill ambassadors.
Sources close to the couple suggest the split was “a long time coming,” with tensions arising from Perry’s demanding tour schedule and the couple spending increasing time apart. Despite their engagement, no wedding plans were finalised, with insiders noting that Bloom had grown frustrated with the lack of progress. Perry, who was previously married to comedian Russell Brand, is said to be “upset but relieved” to avoid another divorce, focusing instead on maintaining an amicable relationship with Bloom for their daughter’s sake.
The couple’s decision to prioritise co-parenting reflects their dedication to providing stability for Daisy, with both reportedly intending to maintain their lives in Montecito, California. Perry has faced a challenging year, with her latest album, *143*, receiving mixed reviews and her tour drawing criticism, alongside backlash over her Blue Origin space trip in April. Bloom, known for his roles in *The Lord of the Rings* and *Pirates of the Caribbean*, has continued to support Perry publicly, including presenting her with the Video Vanguard Award at the MTV VMAs in September 2024.
As they navigate this new chapter, Perry and Bloom remain committed to their shared responsibilities as parents. Their split, described as amicable, underscores their mutual respect and focus on family, even as they part ways romantically. Fans and observers alike will be watching to see how the pair balance their high-profile careers with their dedication to co-parenting in the months ahead.