Katy Perry got emotional onstage this week—marking her first public performance since her split from Orlando Bloom was confirmed.
The 30-year-old pop star took to the stage in Australia on June 30, closing out the final show of her tour’s Down Under leg. In a clip that’s quickly making the rounds online, Katy is seen with tears in her eyes, forming a heart with her hands before addressing the audience.
“Thank you for always being there for me, Australia. It means the world,” Katy said with emotion before transitioning into a powerful performance of her 2010 hit, “Firework.”
Fans online praised the vulnerable moment, noting the clear gratitude Katy expressed while performing through what seems to be an emotional chapter in her personal life.
The appearance came just days after reports confirmed the end of her long-running engagement to 48-year-old actor Orlando Bloom. The couple, who had been together for nearly a decade, reportedly parted ways quietly, though details remain sparse.
Adding more intrigue, Orlando posted a few cryptic messages on Instagram in the days following the split. One included a quote from Gautama Buddha: “Each day is a new beginning. What we do today is what matters most.” He also reshared words from author Daisaku Ikeda: “The important thing is to take that first step. Bravely overcoming one small fear gives you the courage to take on the next.”
While the breakup news was still sinking in, Bloom attended Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s lavish wedding solo—fueling even more speculation.
Despite it all, Katy’s moment onstage was a reminder of why fans love her. She kept it real, stayed gracious, and showed up to perform—heart on her sleeve and all.
