The insider suggested that Trudeau benefits more from the romantic relationship than Perry herself.“People have been fascinated with Katy for years, and they’re always going to be curious about what she does next,” the source told Star Magazine.The insider added: “Not so with Justin. He’s a nepo baby who flamed out in his political career and doesn’t have much of a path forward without his celebrity status.”“Justin doesn’t have much of a path forward without his celebrity status.” The source added, “Dating Katy has made him more famous, in a positive way, and he doesn’t want this trend to stop…It’s absolutely key to his survival as a public figure.”According to the insider, Trudeau “needs this relationship way more than Katy does, and everybody around her knows that.” They added: “Katy doesn’t want or need any more of that stuff, but it’s Justin’s lifeblood and the only thing that’s keeping him relevant.”The romance between 40-year-old Katy Perry and 53-year-old Justin Trudeau has been quietly developing for months. Photos of the couple aboard Perry’s yacht off the coast of Santa Barbara went viral in October, showing the duo hugging, kissing, and sharing intimate moments. Perry was seen in a black swimsuit while Trudeau was shirtless, wearing a jeans. Also read: Justin Trudeau had been ‘pursuing’ Katy Perry since July; source reveals he ‘even flew to California’ as yacht pictures go viralThe People reported that Trudeau had been pursuing Katy since their first date in July 2025. “When she first hung out with Justin, she wasn’t looking to date, but they stayed in touch. They have many shared interests and a lot to talk about, but Katy was navigating too many things to even think about dating then,” the insider said. Trudeau reportedly flew to California during a tour break to see Perry, and the source added, “They have an easy connection. She finds him attractive. He’s been very respectful.”Most recently, Katy and Justin were spotted on a date in Paris, leaving the club Crazy Horse. Perry wore a red dress, while Trudeau wore a black suit. The couple first sparked rumours when they were spotted dining together at Le Violon restaurant in Montreal. Trudeau split from his wife Sophie Grégoire in August 2023 after 18 years of marriage, and they share three children. Perry has a five-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove, with actor Orlando Bloom, and was previously married to comedian Russell Brand.
