Katy Perry Net worth, Age, Height, Family & More [2025]

Katy Perry is one of pop music’s biggest names—and she’s been lighting up the charts (and our screens) for over a decade. Born Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson on October 25, 1984, in Santa Barbara, California, she grew up singing gospel music in church before bursting into the mainstream with her bold 2008 hit “I Kissed a Girl.” That song didn’t just make waves—it launched her into global stardom.

Since then, Katy’s become known for her high-energy anthems like “Roar,” “Teenage Dream,” and “Firework,” each packed with big choruses and feel-good vibes. Her look? Always colorful. Her style? Unapologetically loud and fun. But there’s depth too—she’s used her platform to speak out on issues, mentor rising stars on American Idol, and headline powerful live shows, including a Las Vegas residency.

Katy Perry isn’t just a pop star—she’s a pop powerhouse who knows exactly how to put on a show and make you feel something.

As of June 2025, Katy Perry is 40 years and 7 months old, her estimated net worth is $450 million, and she stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm or 1.7 m) tall.

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Bio/Wiki

Full Name

Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson

Nickname

Katy Perry, Katy Hudson, Katy Brand, Katheryn Elizabeth Brand, Pickle, KP, Katy Bird, The Queen of Cool, KatyCat, K-Pez, Chuckie, Pussycat.

Profession

Singer, songwriter, and TV judge.

Career

Debut

Album

Katy Hudson (2001)

Best Known for

Katy Perry is best known for her pop hits like “I Kissed a Girl,” “Teenage Dream,” “Firework,” and “Roar,” with her album Teenage Dream producing five U.S. number-one singles—a historic achievement for a female artist

Genres

Pop, rock, disco

Instruments

Vocals, guitar

Awards

Full list

Personal Profile and Background Details

Date of Birth

25 October 1984

Age

As of today, Katy is 40 years, 7 months, and 26 days old.

Zodiac sign

Scorpio

Signature

Nationality

American

Birth Place

Santa Barbara, California, U.S.

Residence

Los Angeles, California, U.S.

School / College / University

Katy Perry’s education wasn’t exactly a straight line—it was more like a remix. She started off in Christian schools, including Paradise Valley Christian School in Arizona and Santa Barbara Christian School in California. But the traditional classroom didn’t hold her attention for long.

By the time she hit Dos Pueblos High School, Katy was already thinking bigger. She dropped out in her freshman year after earning her GED at just 15 so she could chase music full-time. And she didn’t waste time. She dove into vocal training, studied Italian opera at the Music Academy of the West, and even spent time in Nashville sharpening her songwriting and guitar skills.

While she never followed the usual academic path, Katy turned every step into something meaningful. Her “education” wasn’t just about books—it was about finding her voice, literally and creatively. And clearly, it paid off.

Religion

Katy Perry was raised in a super religious home—think no pop music, lots of Bible study, and church basically all the time. Her parents are Pentecostal pastors, and in her early years, she was deep into that world. She even released a gospel album as a teenager under her real name, Katy Hudson.

But as she grew up and stepped into the spotlight, things started to shift. Katy began to question the strict rules she was brought up with. Over time, she drifted away from organized religion and started carving out her own path. These days, she doesn’t call herself Christian or follow any specific religion. Instead, she describes herself as spiritual—someone who still believes in a higher power, practices gratitude, and prays, but without all the structure and labels.

She’s also been open about how hard it was to unlearn some of that early conditioning. Still, she’s managed to keep a good relationship with her parents, even if their beliefs don’t totally match anymore.

Race / Ethnicity

Her heritage is a lively mix of English, German, Irish, and Portuguese—with a few surprise twists thrown in for good measure.

On her mom’s side, there’s a strong Portuguese connection, especially from the Azores (a beautiful group of islands out in the Atlantic), along with German, Irish, and good old British Isles ancestry. Her dad’s side brings in more English blood, but also bits of Irish, Scottish, Welsh, French, and even a dash of Manx from the Isle of Man. So yeah—quite the heritage playlist.

DNA tests have backed all this up, showing she’s mainly Northwestern European (think British & Irish, French & German), with a solid Southern European chunk that reflects her Iberian roots.

Food Habits

Katy Perry eats like someone who knows her body is her engine—and her stage. Her food habits are clean, mostly natural, and pretty balanced, but she’s not a robot about it.

She kicks off her day with water, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and sometimes celery juice. Breakfast? Something light but protein-packed—think a banana or a couple of hard-boiled eggs. Lunch usually involves lean proteins like chicken or fish, often teamed with a salad or soup. Dinner is simple and wholesome too—grilled chicken, quinoa, maybe some asparagus.

She’s not big on processed foods or sugar, and while she’s not 100% vegan, she’s easing into more plant-based choices. In fact, she’s even an investor in Impossible Foods—yep, she’s serious about it.

Katy also eats early, usually around her daughter’s dinner time, and she prefers to spread her meals out through the day. With Orlando Bloom’s healthy habits rubbing off on her, staying mindful has become a shared thing.

Hobbies

She loves singing and dancing, especially at parties on Friday nights, and balances that with Saturday morning runs to clear her head. She’s also big on baking cakes for her family, digging into adventure books like Treasure Island, and getting her hands dirty in the garden.

Katy calls herself more of a collector than a hoarder—she’s into quirky keepsakes and sentimental stuff. On the quieter side, she practices Transcendental Meditation to stay centered. And yep, she still carries a teddy bear for comfort.

Tattoo

She’s got 11 known tattoos so far, and every single one means something special.

Her very first? The word “Jesus” on her left wrist, a quiet nod to her roots in a deeply religious household. Then there’s a quirky strawberry on her ankle to celebrate her One of the Boys era—goofy eyes and all. Right next to that, a peppermint candy marks the end of her California Dreams Tour, keeping the sweet theme going.

She’s got a rainbow-colored prism on her ankle for her Prism album, and a Sanskrit phrase “अनुगच्छतु प्रवाहं” (go with the flow) she got with ex-husband Russell Brand during a trip to India. Her “XLIX” finger tattoo? That one’s all about her legendary Super Bowl halftime show.

There’s more: a Hello Kitty for fun, a delicate lotus for growth, a stunning Saturn from her Witness phase, and a “Miss You” tattoo split with fans—because she never forgets her KatyCats.

Physical Attributes and Measurements

Height

In feet: 5′ 7″
In Centimeters: 170 cm
In meters: 1.70 m

Weight

In kilograms: 61 kg
In Pounds: 134 lbs

Body Measurements

38 – 25 – 36 inches

Shoe size

8 (US)

Dress size

6 (US)

Bra size

32D

Eye color

Blue

Hair Color

Blonde is her natural color.
She likes to dye her hair to black.
Katy wears different colors wigs.

Family

Husband

Russell Brand (2010–2012) (Divorced)

Father

Maurice Keith Hudson (Pentecostal Pastor)

Mother

Mary Christine Perry (Pentecostal Pastor)

Siblings

Angela Hudson (Sister)

David Hudson (Brother)

Children

Daisy Dove Bloom (Daughter) (Born on August 26, 2020)

Daisy Dove

Relationship & More

Marital Status

In a relationship with Orlando Bloom

Marriage Date

October 23, 2010

Affairs or dating history

James Valentine (2009)

Benny Blanco (2011)

Robert Ackroyd (2012)

John Mayer (2012-2015)

Riff Raff (2014) – RUMOR

Diplo (2014-2015)

Jared Leto (2014)

Winston Marshall (2015)

Takeoff (2017)

Chris Martin (2017)

Orlando Bloom (2016–2017, 2018–Present)

Favorite Things

Favorite food – Mexican food, Thai food, Ice-cream and Crepes
Color – Pink, Aqua Blue
Favorite movie – Lolita (1997)
Favorite TV Show – Ancient Aliens (2009)
Book – The Help by Kathryn Stockett
Favorite song – I wanna dance with somebody
Favorite sports – Golf
Animal – cat

Net Worth 2025

$450 million

As of June 2025, it’s estimated that Katy Perry has a net worth of about $450 million. She’s a pop powerhouse with a money game that’s just as bold as her fashion. Over the years, she’s turned catchy hits, massive tours, smart deals, and even her shoe collection into a fortune that most of us can only dream about.

Let’s break it down—where the money comes from, how much she’s earned, and why Katy is one of the savviest stars in the business.

1. Music Catalog Jackpot – $225 Million

In 2023, Katy made one of the biggest boss moves of her career: she sold the rights to her music catalog—basically everything from I Kissed a Girl to Smile—to Litmus Music for a cool $225 million.

That’s right. One deal. Nearly a quarter of a billion dollars.

It included five studio albums full of hits like Teenage Dream, Roar, and Dark Horse. She didn’t just sell songs—she sold eras of pop history. And in return, she secured enough financial freedom to do whatever she wants for the rest of her life.

2. ‘American Idol’ Judge – $25 Million Per Season

From 2018 to 2024, Katy sat behind the American Idol desk—and she didn’t do it for free.

She reportedly earned $25 million per season, making her one of the highest-paid judges in reality TV. Over seven seasons, that adds up to around $175 million. That’s not just TV money—it’s top-tier, superstar, “sit down and share your wisdom” money.

And while she’s moved on from the show, the paycheck (and exposure) definitely helped keep her on top.

3. Tours & Las Vegas Residency – Over $250 Million (Yep, You Read That Right)

Katy Perry’s tours are nothing short of glittery, colorful, firework-filled events—and they’ve made her hundreds of millions.

Prismatic World Tour (2014–2015) raked in $204 million across 151 shows. One of the top-grossing tours of the decade.
Her Vegas residency, “Play” (2021–2023) added another $46.4 million over 80 shows.

And that’s just ticket sales. Add in merch, VIP packages, and streaming bumps, and you’re looking at a live show empire worth more than $250 million.

4. Social Media & YouTube – Quietly Bringing in $60–80 Million a Year

Katy doesn’t just own the stage—she dominates online too.

YouTube alone brings in $4.5–5.5 million per month from ad revenue.
Instagram, where she partners with top-tier brands, brings in another $1.1–1.4 million monthly.
TikTok isn’t her biggest platform, but still earns her $12k–19k per month.

All in, her digital footprint adds up to $60–80 million a year. And she’s not even trying that hard—just being Katy.

5. Brand Deals & Business Moves – $50+ Million

Katy’s not just cashing checks—she’s building brands.

Katy Perry Collections is her own line of bold, quirky shoes sold through major retailers.
She co-founded De Soi, a non-alcoholic aperitif brand (think wellness-meets-happy-hour vibes).
She’s partnered with big names like CoverGirl, H&M, Proactiv, and Popchips—often with multimillion-dollar deals behind them.

Altogether, her endorsements and business ventures are estimated to bring in over $50 million—and growing.

6. Real Estate & Investments – Another $25–30 Million in Assets

Katy’s real estate portfolio? Also impressive.

In 2020, she and Orlando Bloom bought a $14.2 million mansion in Montecito.
She previously owned a $19 million Beverly Hills estate, which she later sold.

She’s also invested in companies like Impossible Foods, showing she’s got an eye for the future—not just fame.

Real estate + startups = another $25–30 million in her financial nest egg.

Total Breakdown

Between her music sale, TV role, touring success, online presence, business ventures, and investments, Katy’s estimated net worth is sitting pretty between $400 and $500 million.

Here’s a quick recap:

Income Source	Estimated Earnings
Music Catalog (2023 sale)	$225 million
American Idol (7 seasons)	$175 million
Tours & Live Shows	$250+ million (gross)
Social Media & YouTube	$60–80 million annually
Business & Brand Endorsements	$50+ million
Real Estate & Investments	$25–30 million in assets

Source of Income – Singing and acting

Car collection

1. Maserati Grancabrio
2. Smart Fortwo
3. Audi A5
4. Ferrari California
5. Vintage Mercedes

House

House in Los Angeles

Pets

Find on Web

YouTube

Listen Katy Perry songs on Soundcloud