Katy Perry's response after fan grabs her from behind earns her 'kindest person' title online

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL: Katy Perry has earned the praise of social media users after a recent encounter with a fan.

The 'Roar' singer went viral after a recent TikTok video, which was widely shared on other platforms, including X (formerly Twitter), showed her reaction when a fan suddenly grabbed her from behind, as per The Independent.

Perry, one of the greatest pop artists of all time, was strolling through Brazil's streets after performing at the Rock in Rio festival. The singer was holding an open pizza box containing a quarter of the slices when she had an awkward encounter with a young fan.

Katy Perry shares a pizza slice with fan after the unexpected embrace

Katy Perry was walking with cameras and videographers swarming around her when suddenly a boy came from the back, grabbed the 39-year-old's hand, and embraced her.

People walking alongside the singer, likely security personnel, quickly pulled away the young fan who was resisting.

Despite the surprise and shock, Perry turned to the boy and what she did next would undoubtedly become a memorable moment for him. The 'ET' singer hugged the young fan and shared a slice of pizza with him.

The 2024 Rock in Rio festival was held from September 13 to 22 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Nevertheless, not all celebrities would display a similar response if encountered by a fan as Perry did.

Recently, Chappell Roan spoke out against fans' behavior, asserting that they have no right to stalk her. In a TikTok video shared last month, she emphasized her right to decline photo requests from fans.

"I don't care that abuse and harassment, stalking, whatever, is a normal thing to do to people who are famous or a little famous," Roan said.

"I don't care that it’s normal. I don’t care that this crazy type of behavior comes along with the job, [or] the career field I've chosen. That does not make it okay. That doesn't make it normal. That doesn't mean I want it. Doesn't mean that I like it," she added.

The 'Pink Pony Club' singer described the entitled behavior of fans who spot a celebrity as "weird" and "creepy." In the caption, she clarified that her meltdown was meant to express her feelings and perspective, not to target anyone in particular.

Internet praises Katy Perry's heartwarming reaction to young fan's surprise hug

Katy Perry's warm response to the boy, despite his unexpected hug, prompted netizens to praise the singer. Many commended her for how she managed the situation and expressed affection for her fans.

"Katy is the kindest person ever," a user wrote.

"She literally handled the situation in a best way and the way she went to hug him at the end, purest heart," another remarked.

"That's honestly so sweet. & bold. It'd be so difficult to see the humanity in it after what would be such a startling experience," added a user. [sic]

"Only Katy Perry could turn an awkward moment into a pizza party! Love how she handles her fans with grace and humor!" an individual said.

"She handled it so well unlike many other celebrities. Very sweet of Katy," read a response.

"Only Katy Perry could turn a pizza incident into a moment of pure joy! Who else could make fans feel this loved?" someone else wrote.

"Aww at least she gave him a hug and a slice of pizza instead of others getting mad and walking away," a person chimed in.

"Katy Perry sharing pizza? Now that’s a slice of happiness we all need! This is how you handle fans with love and cheese!" one user said.

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