Katy Perry caught in scary mid-air mishap during Adelaide concert
In fan-captured footage circulating on social media, Perry is seen inside a suspended metallic sphere meant to lift her high above the audience. As it ascended, the sphere suddenly tilted sideways, causing Perry to lose her footing. With quick reflexes, she grabbed the structure to steady herself, visibly startled but managing to stay calm.
The incident drew comparisons to Beyoncé's recent onstage scare, when her flying vehicle prop malfunctioned in Houston just a day earlier. While both singers avoided injury, fans online expressed concern about the safety of elaborate tour set pieces.
Perry, currently promoting her seventh studio album 143, launched the 'Lifetimes' Tour in Mexico City back in April. The tour has seen her perform across Latin America and Australia, with upcoming stops in the U.S. including headline shows at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles and Madison Square Garden in New York. The tour will wrap in Abu Dhabi on December 7.
Speaking to Variety earlier this year, Perry described her vision for the tour as 'boundary-pushing' and deeply personal. 'I want to create something unforgettable,' she said. 'This tour is about reconnecting with my fans and giving them every ounce of love I have.'
Despite the glitch, Perry continued the concert without interruption, proving once again why she's a seasoned live performer.
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