(Video) Katy Perry Nearly Falls From Mid-Air After Prop Malfunction During 'Lifetimes Tour'
This spectacular tour is the icon's first full-scale tour since her 'Witness: The Tour' back in 2018. Not only was this a night many KatyCats (Katy Perry's fans) had been waiting for, but it was also a celebration of her entire musical journey. However, the night didn't go exactly as planned, and what started as excitement soon turned into concern.
The pop superstar had been sitting atop a butterfly prop, circling the crowd while performing her 2013 anthem 'Roar,' when things took a turn. Whilst performing, Katy suddenly jerked forward as the wires attached to the prop came loose, causing it to drop slightly. Thankfully, the singer had been holding on tightly and was leaning to one side of the butterfly. That quick instinct helped her stay on and avoid what could have been a serious fall.
Despite the scare, she bounced back almost immediately and carried on with the show as if nothing had happened. The mother-of-one kept her energy high, smoothly transitioning into the next song without missing a beat. The crowd responded with cheers, showing their support and admiration. Her quick recovery reminded everyone why she's still one of pop's most reliable performers. Even in a tense moment, she delivered exactly what fans came for.
While the mishap was a scary accident, it wasn't the first time Katy Perry used the butterfly prop. Back on the 23rd April (Wednesday), during her stop in Mexico City, she performed 'Roar' atop the same butterfly as the final song of the night. The prop had been a striking centrepiece, adding a magical touch to the performance and thrilling fans.
Whether it was a rigging error at the venue or just a simple accident, the malfunction posed serious safety risks. Not only was Katy Perry in danger, but fans below could have also been harmed if the prop had fallen. This incident raises important questions about the safety measures in place for large-scale shows and highlights the need for stricter checks to protect both performers and audiences.
Here is the viral clip:
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Malfunction during Roar at Katy Perry concert in San Francisco. My heart literally dropped and was so scared for her. I'm so glad she is okay omg 🥺 such a good concert though! Will post more later!
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Sources: Eonline, Tiktok
Zaima Humaria contributed to this article
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