Singer Katy Perry and actor Orlando Bloom have confirmed their split after being together for almost 10 years.
They announced the news via representatives with a joint statement shared to Page Six.
“Due to the abundance of recent interest and conversation surrounding Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry’s relationship, representatives have confirmed that Orlando and Katy have been shifting their relationship over the past many months to focus on coparenting,” the statement said.
“They will continue to be seen together as a family, as their shared priority is – and always will be – raising their daughter with love, stability and mutual respect.”
Confirmation of their separation comes after weeks of speculation that the couple were facing tension in their relationship, with sources suggesting that the couple split many months ago.
A source close to the pair told The Sun that, “Katy confided in friends at the start of the year that their relationship was as good as done.”
The insider added, “They decided to hold off on announcing anything in case things improved between them, because they are desperate to stay together for the sake of their daughter.
“But they have spent barely any time together this year, with Katy on tour and Orlando working on his upcoming film Bucking Fastard in Dublin.
“She knew that taking off her engagement ring would send a clear message.
“It’s been a hard year so far. They wanted to wait until the tour is over before they made their split official, although Katy has grown tired of the situation.”
The pair, engaged since 2019 and parents to daughter Daisy Dove, reportedly encountered challenges stemming from Katy’s professional setbacks and stress.
A source shared with People magazine that following the release of her new album, “Katy was deeply frustrated following the reception of her new album.
“It made her very stressed. Orlando was understanding, but it did cause some tension.”
Another source added, “She was also disappointed in some of the tour reviews. It’s put stress on their relationship.”
The singer is currently touring Australia on her Lifetimes tour, which began on April 23 in Mexico City and will end in Abu Dhabi on December 7.
After the release of her album and the stress from her upcoming tour, a source shared with Page Six that “It’s [Katy and Orlando’s relationship is] over.
“They are waiting till her tour is over before they split.”
Adding to the speculation, during a recent performance in Sydney, Katy made comments while introducing her breakup song I’m Still Breathing, implying its significance and further fueling rumours of their relationship troubles.
Meanwhile, fans couldn’t help but notice that Orlando Bloom brought his dog, described as his “emotional support animal,” to The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and didn’t mention Katy at all during the interview, sparking even more speculation about possible trouble.
“He’s a real emotional support animal because I’m very emotional right now,” the actor had added.
