25 February 2024 , 13:33
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Katy Perry has hinted at her next big move after deciding to leave American Idol, where she's been a judge for seven years.
The pop star was seen looking a bit sad last week in London with her partner Orlando Bloom and their little girl Daisy Dove. This comes after the sad loss of her long-time manager Martin Kirkup.
So what's next for Katy after losing a close friend and leaving her TV job? Experts have told The Mirror they think they've spotted a big hint. PR expert Rebecca May sat down with us and said Katy is "ready to make waves".
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Katy has gone through a really tough February (ABC via Getty Images)In an earlier chat, Katy talked about leaving the show, saying, "It's connected me with the heart of America, but I need to go out and feel that pulse of my own beat." Rebecca thinks this gives us a big clue about what Katy might do next.
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Rebecca, who is the boss of RM Publicity and knows a lot about celebrities, explained: "This statement gives us a clue: as much as she is passionate about helping guide others' careers, she has acknowledged that American Idol helped her reach new audiences,"
"She is now ready to launch new music and focus on her pop career. After seven years on the judging panel, she has indicated in recent interviews that she has unfinished business in the music industry and with her solo career."
Rebecca continued: "Whatever the catalyst for her resignation as a judge, her co-judges were shocked by the news, but I am sure this decision is strategic for her wider career. Given that her Las Vegas Residency came to an end last November, she appears motivated to make bold changes and reignite her true passions."
Katy shocked fans on Jimmy Kimmel Live! when she announced her departure from American Idol. She said: "I think this probably will be my last show, my last season for Idol," responding to a question from Jimmy Kimmel about how long she plans to stay, adding: "I feel like I need to go out and feel that pulse to my own beat."
It came as an inside source, who works as a consultant on major network shows for ABC, revealed: "There are three factors at play centred around her deal and her family. Katy enjoyed the best deal for reality in TV, worth around $30m a year."
"It made her the (highest female star for reality and entertainment. But ABC does not want to up it after five years of increases. There is no wiggle room as the parent company Disney looks to be cost-effective and keep spending down for the next couple of years."
"That edict comes from the very top. So Katy was advised the deal is the same and you are welcome to continue. ABC bosses know she is the one who draws the eyes to the show, but she also the most expensive," they added. "Katy has always told her friends that having a bigger family has been a dream. She is 40 in the fall and loves her blended harmonious family with Orlando and his ex Miranda Kerr."
"But she would like a little sibling for Daisy. She came from a family with a sister and really felt that aided her childhood and growing-up experience. She and Angela remain tight to this day. The other thing is that Katy loves how Orlando is such a super dad to his children. That has made her love him even more."
"She has learned from him how to balance work and personal time...one could almost argue that he has helped him really find a balance in her life because of his influence. And let's make this clear Katy is a really hands-on mum, who likes to be there for breakfast and bedtime for Daisy. Being away from TV recordings increases that time."