Katy Perry captured on a date with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
The unlikely pair were spotted sharing a meal at an upscale restaurant in Montreal, Le Violin, on Monday night.
Video footage obtained by TMZ captured Perry leaning in as Mr Trudeau spoke, suggesting a thoughtful and lively conversation between them.
According to a restaurant patron who was sitting nearby, security guards were discreetly monitoring the two through mirrored glass as they shared several dishes and enjoyed cocktails together.
The atmosphere also seemed warm enough that they personally visited the kitchen afterwards to thank the staff.
The outing comes just a month after Perry announced her separation from actor Orlando Bloom, with whom she shares a daughter.
Meanwhile, Mr Trudeau has been single since his separation from Sophie Grégoire Trudeau in 2023 and his resignation as Prime Minister in early 2025.
Perry is currently touring Canada, with performances following in Ottawa and Montreal.
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