A viral video posted by an X (formerly Twitter) user saw Katy Perry wait mid-air as Orlando Bloom introduced her to the audience at the MTV VMAs. Bloom had prepared a special speech as he introduced his fiancée, Perry, ahead of her performance. The actor also honored the “Firework” singer before her MTV Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award performance with a sweet and fitting tribute.
VMAs 2024 video shows Katy Perry hanging mid-air backstage
Orlando Bloom, who attended as a special guest at the MTV VMAs on September 11, honored fiancée Katy Perry ahead of her performance, which instantly became popular on the internet. Meanwhile, a viral video on X saw Katy Perry hanging mid-air, waiting for her performance while Bloom was finishing his speech.
Katy Perry performed a medley of her hits as she accepted the Video Vanguard Award at the 2024 MTV VMAs. The singer lit up the stage like a firework with her performance. She entered the arena flying above the stage with the support of harnesses amid a laser show, following which Perry performed her popular tracks, including “E.T.,” “Teenage Dream,” and “I Kissed a Girl.” She was also accompanied by Doechii for the live performance of their latest collaborative song, “I’M HIS, HE’S MINE,” from Perry’s upcoming album, “143.”
Ahead of Katy Perry’s performance, Bloom had the sweetest message for his fiancée. He called her by her birth name — Katheryn Hudson —while recalling how he fell in love with her. The actor also lovingly honored her creative genius by addressing her as a “global superstar who brings love, light and her unique sense of humor into every song she writes and every music video she creates.”
In addition, he recognized her efforts as a mother and partner. Bloom continued that Perry “brings that same love and joy to our family. In moments when we’ve most needed it, her music and the remarkable world she creates have brought a sense of joy and laughter, inspiring generations of people from all over the world.” He further added, “She loves with her whole heart, and it’s kind of irresistible. I see her reflected everywhere in our home, in her love for her work, but especially in her love for her fans. Congratulations on this honor, baby, I’m so proud of you. 143!”
After her performance, the singer thanked Bloom with a kiss and expressed gratitude to MTV, fans, and her label.