As speculation grows about a possible romance between pop star Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the internet has found a way to rope in her ex-fiancé Orlando Bloom—with a comedic twist. The couple, who share a 4-year-old daughter named Daisy, ended their engagement earlier this year, and not long after, Bloom was seen with a mystery brunette at Jeff Bezos’s lavish wedding while Perry was posting photos from Australia.
Amid this public breakup, The Onion, a well-known satirical news outlet, published an AI-generated image of Bloom having an intimate dinner with former German Chancellor Angela Merkel. The parody article playfully claimed that Bloom and Merkel had shared wine, oysters, and chocolate cake while laughing the night away at a Michelin-starred restaurant. The faux report added that they looked “cozy,” joking that Merkel is a fan of Pirates of the Caribbean, while Bloom is “super into the German economy,” sarcastically calling them a match made in heaven. Bloom clearly caught wind of the joke and responded with three clapping-hand emojis on social media, signaling that he was in on the fun and not taking the situation too seriously.
Meanwhile, the rumors about Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau are gaining momentum. While neither of them has confirmed anything publicly, Trudeau has been seen attending Perry’s concerts, leading fans to believe something could be brewing. A source told People magazine that while Perry and Trudeau are “interested in each other,” it’s still too early to know what might come of it. The insider shared that Perry is busy traveling the world, and Trudeau is adjusting to life after politics following his 2023 divorce.
Still, the attraction is reportedly mutual, and they have shared values, an appreciation for music, and a desire to make a difference in the world. These common interests have led some fans and commentators to see them as a potentially compatible couple. Some even speculate that having ex-partners who are actively co-parenting could allow the two more time and flexibility to explore a new relationship. One observer pointed out that because both Perry and Trudeau share custody of their children with their former partners, parenting responsibilities are already split, which could make long-distance dating a little easier. Despite the speculation, the relationship remains in its early stages.
A source close to Trudeau mentioned that the former Prime Minister is used to keeping his private life under wraps and wouldn’t put anything on public display too soon. The same source suggested that the timing could be right for both of them, even if their personal commitments may cause things to progress slowly. Online, fans are having a field day with the rumors. Some have thrown their support behind the potential match, while others are poking fun. Social media comments range from praising Perry’s possible new love interest to calling it a “downgrade” from Bloom. One commenter cheekily said, “The fact that her three-day boyfriend already enjoys her music more than her ten-year ex-husband,” while another joked, “Run fast, Katy!”
Others noted that if nothing else, the rumors have given Bloom a chance to flex his sense of humor in the public eye. His reaction to the Onion article earned praise for being good-natured and lighthearted, a refreshing contrast to the often heated tone of celebrity gossip. With Bloom turning satire into a joke of his own and Perry potentially starting a new chapter with a high-profile political figure, the internet is once again proving that celebrity relationships are never just private affairs—they’re public theater. Whether Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau truly become an item or not, one thing is certain: the world is watching, laughing, and speculating, and Orlando Bloom is clearly enjoying the show from the sidelines.
