Comedian Russell Brand publicly expressed his disapproval of his ex-wife Katy Perry‘s budding relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during a recent event in Phoenix. Speaking at a Turning Point USA gathering, Brand, who was married to Perry from 2010 to 2012, voiced his concerns about Trudeau, whom he referred to as a “globalist stooge.”
Brand’s remarks came as he reflected on Perry’s past relationships. He indicated that while he was supportive of her romance with actor Orlando Bloom, his views did not extend to Trudeau. “Look, Katy Perry, I was married to her. I love her still… but, look, I was OK with Orlando Bloom, but Justin Trudeau? C’mon, man. Don’t put me in a category with that guy,” he stated.
Perry’s Reflections on Brand and Their Marriage
Perry and Brand’s marriage lasted for two years after they met on the set of the film Get Him to the Greek in 2009. In a June 2013 interview with Vogue, Perry reflected on their relationship, saying, “He’s a very smart man, a magical man, and I was in love with him when I married him.” However, she also revealed that the end of their marriage was abrupt, with Brand texting her on December 31, 2011 to inform her of his decision to divorce.
Perry has discussed how she felt constrained during their time together, describing Brand’s desire for an equal partnership that he struggled to maintain. “At first, when I met him, he wanted an equal… but then they get that equal, and they’re like, I can’t handle the equalness,” she said, suggesting that this dynamic contributed to their separation.
Recent Developments in Perry’s Love Life
Following her marriage to Brand, Perry entered into an on-and-off relationship with musician John Mayer from 2012 to 2015. She later began dating Orlando Bloom in 2016. After a brief breakup, the couple got engaged in 2019 and welcomed their daughter, Daisy, in August 2020. Their engagement was called off in June 2025.
Speculation about Perry’s new relationship with Trudeau gained attention when they were seen dining together in Montreal. Trudeau was also spotted at one of Perry’s concerts. During a recent concert in Prague on October 30, Perry confirmed that she was dating someone new but did not disclose his identity at the time. “This guy is trying to get me to marry him, and he has a ring in his hand… No! I am dating someone else for crying out loud,” she told the audience.
Perry made their relationship Instagram official earlier this month by posting a series of photos from her time in Japan, which included images of Trudeau.
Brand’s comments have sparked discussions about the intersection of personal relationships and public personas. As both Perry and Brand continue to navigate their respective paths, their past remains a topic of interest for fans and media alike.
