Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has publicly acknowledged his relationship with pop superstar Katy Perry following a high-profile meeting in Japan. The couple were photographed with former Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife Yuko, an encounter that swiftly drew public scrutiny over Perry's choice of attire.
A Diplomatic Encounter and Fashion Firestorm
The meeting took place earlier this week in Tokyo, where both Trudeau, 53, and Perry, 41, were visiting for her ongoing Lifetimes Tour. The former leader reposted a photo from Kishida's official X account on Thursday, showing the foursome posing together. In his caption, Trudeau wrote: 'Great to see you @kishida230. Katy and I were so glad to have the chance to sit down with you and Yuko.' He extended thanks for Kishida's 'friendship and your continued commitment to both the international rules-based order.'
However, attention quickly pivoted from diplomacy to fashion. Perry wore an olive green mini skirt, a matching cropped jacket, and a black top, completed with sheer tights and black boots. Fans and commentators online were quick to label the outfit as unsuitable for what they perceived as a formal diplomatic engagement.
'Miniskirt is definitely not appropriate for that kind of event,' one critic stated on Instagram. Others questioned, 'Didn't they tell her how to dress for this occasion?' and remarked, 'Her outfit looks absolutely inappropriate.'
Romance Blossoms on the International Stage
This Japanese outing marks the latest international trip for the couple, who first sparked dating rumours in July following Perry's split from her ex-fiancé, actor Orlando Bloom, 48. They made their official debut as a couple in September, strolling hand-in-hand through Paris.
During their time in Tokyo, Trudeau and Perry were also spotted exploring the historic Asakusa district and later dined at the Asakusa Sumo Stable ANNEX, a restaurant known for hosting live sumo wrestling matches.
An insider told People magazine that Perry and Trudeau have been 'making plans for the holidays' amidst her hectic tour schedule. The source noted that while Perry is 'excited' about Trudeau and having fun, her primary focus remains her five-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove, whom she shares with Bloom. 'She's a single mom now and a lot of that is going to come into focus next year,' the insider added.
New Chapters for Both
On Trudeau's side, the new relationship appears to be a positive influence. The same source revealed, 'He is a much happier person now. Stresses are greatly diminished. And he is intrigued with Katy. They have fun together, laugh a lot, talk about everything.'
Trudeau's separation from his wife of 18 years, Sophie Grégoire, was announced in 2023. The former couple share three children: Xavier, 18, Ella-Grace, 16, and Hadrien, 11. Meanwhile, former Prime Minister Kishida, who posted the original photo to his own Instagram, expressed pleasure at continuing his friendship with Trudeau, recalling their collaborative work on the 'Japan-Canada Action Plan' during his tenure.
Despite the brief controversy over her fashion choice, Perry's meeting with a former head of state underscores the increasingly public and international nature of her romance with one of the world's most recognised former political leaders.
