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Katy Perry’s Romance With Justin Trudeau Hits Rocky Patch Over Assault Claims

Katy Perry is facing a police inquiry after Ruby Rose alleged a 2010 assault, a development that sources say has introduced strain into her public romance with Justin Trudeau.

Key Points

  • Ruby Rose accuses Perry of a 2010 sexual assault; Melbourne police are reportedly investigating.
  • Perry denies the allegations, calling them "categorically false" and citing Rose's past claims.
  • Allegations complicate Trudeau’s public image and intensify pressure on the couple’s high-profile relationship.
PublishedApril 20, 2026 7:29 PM
UpdatedApril 20, 2026 7:29 PM

KATY Perry’s relationship with Justin Trudeau is facing turbulence after explosive sexual assault allegations surfaced against the singer.

Australian actress Ruby Rose accused Perry of assaulting her at a Melbourne nightclub in 2010, claims that are now under police investigation.

Trudeau, known for his staunch pro-women stance, reportedly finds himself in an uncomfortable position as these allegations threaten to overshadow the couple’s public image.

The pair have been flaunting their romance at high-profile events like Coachella and a Netflix CEO bash, aiming to cement their status as a major power couple.

An insider told PageSix, “They’ve really been luxuriating in their relationship over the past few months.

They’ve made it no secret that they’re really into each other, but this is really the first challenge they’ve faced since they’ve been together.”

The source added the situation is “awkward” for Trudeau, who has built a career championing gender equality and women’s rights.

Trudeau himself has faced scrutiny in the past over a 2000 groping accusation, which he denied but apologised for.

Rose’s allegations came in response to a social media post about Perry’s reaction to Justin Bieber’s Coachella set, with Rose claiming Perry “bent down, pulled her underwear to the side and rubbed her disgusting v—– on my face until my eyes snapped open and I projectile vomited on her.”

Perry’s representatives have firmly denied the accusations, branding them “categorically false” and “dangerous reckless lies,” pointing to Rose’s history of public allegations against others.

The scandal now threatens to cast a shadow over the couple’s carefully curated image and raises questions about how they will navigate this storm together.