For the past six years, Katy Perry has thrived in the music industry, stunning us with her amazing voice, and delighting us with hit songs such as “I Kissed a Girl” and “The One That Got Away.” Having sold more than 11 million albums worldwide, she’s one of the best-selling artists of all time – something that has earned her many awards and nominations and will likely earn her more still.
Despite much of Katy Perry’s career and personal life being extremely public, there’s still a lot most of us don’t know about the 29-year-old, however. With her star continuing to rise, I feel it’s about time I shed some light on some of these little known facts for you. Here are 10 facts you (probably) didn’t know about Katy Perry….
1. Katy Perry isn’t Her Real Name
I know what you’re thinking: You had no idea, right? Well, as it happens Katy Perry is but a stage name. Her real name is actually Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, though over the years friends and family took to calling her Katy. The singer released her 2001 debut album under the name of Katy Hudson. However, when she rose to fame in 2008 she chose to change her name in an effort to avoid being confused with the actress named Kate Hudson. Perry is actually her mother’s maiden name.
2. She Started Out Singing Gospel
Both of Katy Perry’s parents are Christian pastors and, as a result, she sang in their church from the age of 9 through to 17. Her debut album Katy Hudson, which I mentioned earlier, was actually a gospel album and not a pop album as we’re used to hearing her sing now. Sadly, the music only reached a few hundred people before the record label went bankrupt.
3. She had a Sheltered Childhood
Due to the nature of her parents’ work and beliefs, Katy Perry (along with her two siblings) led a very sheltered childhood. Christian music was all they were allowed to listen to; they weren’t even allowed to read Harry Potter or watch The Smurfs while growing up.
Despite the life she leads now, there are still many things the star is still learning about popular culture and a lot of references she doesn’t understand. Ironically, her first film role was as Smurfette in The Smurfs Movie.
4. How Russell Brand Proposed to Her
For the most part, we all know about Katy Perry’s whirlwind relationship and marriage to Russell Brand (and how it came to an end), but do you know how he proposed to her? As it happens, Brand proposed to the singer in India around New Year 2009. He popped the question while they were sitting atop an elephant watching fireworks. Cute or what?
5. She Cleans – for Fun!
You’d think that with all her success, Katy Perry would have managed to break away from everyday life and chores. Believe it or not, the star insists she’ll never give up cleaning her own home, however. The reason? She enjoys doing it! Record executive Angelica Cob-Baehler says that, to relax, “she likes to vacuum and sweep and clean the house.”
6. She’s a Record Setter
When she released her album Teenage Dream, Katy Perry became the first woman to have five number one singles on one album. That in itself it amazing, but the fact becomes even cooler when you realize she was the first artist (male or female) to do this since Michael Jackson. Go Katy!
7. She Collects Other Celebs’ Hair
Okay, so this one’s a little weird, but Katy Perry’s quirkiness is one of the reasons why we love her. She admitted, “One of the first times I went to the Grammys, I got to share a dressing room with Miley Cyrus and Taylor Swift… And I asked for a lock of their hair from each one of them, which is totally creepy, but awesome.” Apparently, she’s still collecting, too!
8. She’s The Picture of Perfect Health
Katy Perry is a beautiful as ever, but her healthy looks aren’t just skin deep. She’s the true picture of health, inside and out, and admits that her secret to staying healthy is taking 26 vitamins and supplements per day. This may seem a little over the top, but it works for her. However, if you’re planning on following her advice, I suggest you run it by your doctor first – everyone is different, after all.
9. She’s Generous
Katy Perry is a very generous person – something that comes naturally to her but was enhanced by her parents’ Christian beliefs. She’s always giving to others, though perhaps the luckiest people of all are her tour crew. Katy Perry’s tour crew get first dibs on all her outfits, shoes and jewelry, which she’s work while on stage. Anyone else thinking we’re in the wrong jobs?
10. She’s Never had any Plastic Surgery
Over the years, there have been a few rumors floating around that Katy Perry couldn’t possibly look so good without having had plastic surgery. However, the star insists that she’s never gone under the knife (and never will!). Her good looks, killer body, and pearly white teeth are simply the result of a good diet, exercise and, a healthy lifestyle.
So tell me, which of these facts didn’t you know about the pop princess? Any or all? I’d love to hear from you, and don’t be shy if you have more awesome Katy Perry facts to add to the list!
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