Pop star Katy Perry’s expected absence from the upcoming wedding of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez in Venice has stirred speculation about the status of her long-term relationship with actor Orlando Bloom.
While Bloom is reported to be attending the lavish three-day event alone, Perry’s absence is drawing particular attention due to her previously close relationship with Sánchez. The two couples have vacationed together multiple times in Europe, and Perry has even been involved in Sánchez’s women-led space initiatives through Blue Origin.
Despite the long-standing friendship between the two women, sources close to the singer say Perry will not attend due to existing commitments on her current Australia tour. The dates of her performances in Adelaide and Perth—on June 22, 23, and 26—directly overlap with the wedding, which is set to take place from June 24 to 26 in Venice.
While the scheduling conflict appears to be legitimate, fans and media commentators have been quick to speculate about underlying tensions between Perry and Bloom, who have been engaged since 2019 and together since 2016. Reports suggest that the couple have faced a difficult few months, particularly in the wake of the lukewarm reception to Perry’s latest album, 143, which was released in September 2024.
Sources familiar with the matter told People magazine that Perry was “irritated” by the album’s reception and felt “really stressed out,” adding that the tour has compounded her frustration. Although Bloom was described as supportive, insiders claim that the tension has impacted their relationship.
“The rumours of a difficult period are accurate,” one source told the Daily Mail. “But they’re not at a breaking point. They both know they have work to do and want to get through this.”
While Perry’s non-attendance may be a result of professional obligations rather than personal issues, it is seen by some as significant, given her visible closeness to Sánchez over the past few years. The two have been photographed together on summer holidays and at events supporting women in space exploration. Perry was also among a select group of women invited to participate in Sánchez’s proposed all-female space mission.
Bloom, 48, is expected to attend the wedding alone and join a guest list that includes global royalty, business leaders, and Hollywood celebrities. His solo appearance will likely draw attention, though representatives for the couple have not commented on the matter.
As speculation continues, fans hope that Perry’s absence is purely logistical and not reflective of deeper issues within the relationship. Nonetheless, the timing has left many wondering about the couple’s future as they navigate personal and professional pressures in the public eye.
