“Unfortunately, I think a lot of people are affected more by the idea of fame than the actual work ethic involved. A lot of them just want to be reality TV-type people who don't do anything.”

American singer, songwriter, and television personality

Katy Perry, born Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, is an American singer, songwriter, and television personality. She is known for her influence on pop music and for a camp style that has helped define her public image. Her work in pop has made her a familiar figure well beyond the music industry. Vogue and Rolling Stone have called her the “Queen of Camp,” a label that reflects both her style and the theatrical quality often associated with her persona.