Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau spark dating rumours after sharing cocktails and dishes in Montreal
Pop icon Katy Perry has set tongues wagging after being spotted having dinner with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Montreal. The sighting, which occurred on Monday night at the upscale Le Violon restaurant, comes just weeks after Perry’s high-profile separation from actor Orlando Bloom.
The two shared several dishes and cocktails, according to onlookers, and were accompanied by a visible security detail stationed nearby. While neither party has confirmed the nature of the evening, witnesses reported Perry, 40, appeared relaxed and was “smiling often” during the meal with Trudeau, 53.
Their meeting immediately ignited rumours of a possible budding romance, given that both are currently single following very public splits. Trudeau separated from his wife, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, in 2023 after 18 years of marriage. Perry and Bloom—who famously got engaged on Valentine’s Day in 2019—called time on their relationship earlier this year after nearly a decade together.
Le Violon, known for its discreet ambiance and celebrity clientele, offered the perfect setting for a quiet tête-à-tête. But there was nothing quiet about the reaction online. Within hours, social media lit up with speculation and commentary, with #PerryTrudeau trending on X (formerly Twitter) by Tuesday afternoon.
Neither Perry nor Trudeau have addressed the dinner publicly, and it remains unclear whether the meeting was personal, professional, or simply coincidental. However, the timing—combined with their respective relationship statuses—has only fanned the flames of public curiosity.
This isn’t the first time Perry has moved in political circles. The “Firework” singer has long been vocal in her political beliefs, having performed at campaign events for U.S. Democrats and championed voter turnout initiatives. Trudeau, meanwhile, has cultivated a high-profile global image throughout his years in office, often rubbing shoulders with Hollywood and music industry figures.
A source close to the restaurant staff said the two were “low-key but friendly” during their time at the table, and left separately after spending over two hours dining together. They were reportedly seated in a secluded corner of the dining room, away from other patrons.
Their alleged dinner date comes just as both navigate major life transitions. Trudeau has remained largely out of the international spotlight since announcing his separation, while Perry has been focusing on personal projects and motherhood. She shares a daughter, Daisy Dove, with Bloom.
Fans have been quick to theorise that Perry and Trudeau may have more in common than just their newly single status. Both are known for their charisma, high public profiles, and commitment to humanitarian causes. Some observers suggested their meeting could have been related to philanthropy or upcoming advocacy work.
Still, others are convinced romance is brewing.
“Imagine a pop queen and a world leader walking into the UN arm-in-arm,” joked one user on Instagram. “This is the crossover we didn’t know we needed.”
Whether this was a one-off meeting or the start of something more remains to be seen. But in the world of celebrity and politics, even a dinner can launch a thousand headlines.
For now, the public will have to settle for speculation—and maybe refresh those social feeds, just in case one of them breaks the silence.