Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom’s PDA at VMA raises eyebrows, but expert explains real reason behind it

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom’s display at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards seemed to lack their usual spark
PUBLISHED SEP 12, 2024
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom graced the red carpet at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards on September 11 (Getty Images)
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom graced the red carpet at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards on September 11 (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom are known for making headlines with their red carpet PDA, but their appearance at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards caught everyone by surprise.

Despite their kiss, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom’s display at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards seemed to lack their usual spark.

Body language specialist Traci Brown assured that the subdued moment was likely due to Perry’s dress rather than any relationship issues, noting that her ensemble wasn’t exactly suited for a casual kiss. So, there’s no need to worry about trouble in paradise.



 

Body language expert believes all is well between Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom

It’s unlikely that we’ll be seeing breakup headlines involving Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry anytime soon.

According to behavior analyst and body language specialist Traci Brown, CSP, despite their awkward red carpet antics, all is well between Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry.

Perry's extravagant attire suggests that their unusual red carpet-appearance may have been somewhat staged, as reported in an exclusive interview with Nicki Swift.

ELMONT, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 11: (L-R) Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom attend the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on September 11, 2024 in Elmont, New York. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for MTV)
 Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom attended the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on September 11, 2024 in Elmont, New York. (Getty Images)

"Great couples are tight on the red carpet like they're glued together. The problem here is that she's covered in some kind of grease. I think this is rehearsed and he's not getting close enough to step on her dress," Brown explained, adding that their subtle signals show they're still very much in love.

Brown added, according to Nickiswift, "They are looking at each other deeply in the eye, to make up for not being that close. They are trying to figure out what to do with their hands. And with all of the other unusual choices, it adds to the awkwardness. They aren't quite together on their little routine."

Orlando Bloom graces stage to present Katy Perry with her Vanguard award

If the analysis wasn't convincing enough, Orlando Bloom delivered a speech that had everyone, including their mothers, in stitches while presenting Perry with her Vanguard award on stage.

"You fell in love with her as Katy Perry. I fell in love with her as Katheryn Hudson," Bloom said. "You know her as a global superstar who brings love, light, and her unique sense of humor to every song she writes and music video she creates. I know her as a mother, as a partner who brings that same love and joy to our family."



 

Katy Perry stuns at 2024 VMAs in first MTV appearance in nearly a decade

Katy Perry made a tremendous splash at the 2024 VMAs, her first MTV stage appearance in almost ten years. The 'California Gurls' singer famously put her singing career on hold and took a break from the spotlight to focus on parenting.

However, Perry made it clear in her conversation with People that she's ready for her comeback and has plenty of surprises in store.

"I feel good. I've had my daughter and it's changed my whole life," she revealed. "I feel a sense of wholeness and more grounded. I'm writing songs from a place of feeling truly empowered. Feeling truly connected to my feminine divine. It's changed my life for the better."

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