After months of tension, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom's relationship ‘pretty much done'
According to People magazine, insiders say the relationship has been under strain in recent months, particularly around the release of Perry's new album 143. One source stated that the couple is 'pretty much done' and expressed doubt that reconciliation is possible, adding, 'It's been breaking down the last couple of months and isn't looking good.'
Perry, 40, is currently on the road for her Lifetimes World Tour and is focused on delivering top-tier performances for her fans. A second source noted that Perry is 'happy and just focused on her tour,' which is currently taking place in Australia, and that her 4½-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove, is accompanying her. 'They're sightseeing and having fun,' the source added.
The pair, who have been engaged since 2019, appear to be at odds about the direction of their future. The insider explained that the couple is on 'different pages' in terms of their personal priorities, with Perry committed to her musical comeback.
Representatives for both Perry and Bloom, 48, declined to comment on the situation when approached by People.
Despite personal challenges, Perry's professional life is thriving. She recently sold out three concerts in Mexico and added a fourth due to popular demand. The Australian leg of her tour is also playing to full venues.
Earlier this year, Perry addressed public scrutiny of her work, revealing advice from her therapist that helped her remain grounded. 'What anybody thinks about you is none of your business. It's what you think about yourself,' she told People in February.
Perry last publicly referenced Bloom during a performance in May, introducing her song I'm His, He's Mine. During the show, she jokingly scolded an audience member, saying, 'If you keep on DM'ing my man, I'm going to have you removed.'
The couple welcomed their daughter in August 2020 and have been in a high-profile relationship since their engagement. However, as Perry's tour continues and the couple's priorities appear to diverge, the future of their relationship remains uncertain.
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