Lauren Sanchez claims she ‘launched’ Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau’s romance: ‘Thought they’d vibe’

Reports say Lauren Sanchez played matchmaker for Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau, joking she’s 'launching romances'
PUBLISHED OCT 28, 2025
Lauren Sanchez joked that she had gone from launching rockets to launching romances, believing Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau would vibe instantly (Getty Images)
Lauren Sanchez joked that she had gone from launching rockets to launching romances, believing Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau would vibe instantly (Getty Images)

PARIS, FRANCE: Power couple Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau just made their romance official, and they have none other than Lauren Sanchez to thank for it.

The singer and the former Canadian Prime Minister confirmed their relationship this weekend, stepping out hand-in-hand in Paris as they celebrated Perry’s 41st birthday.

According to celebrity columnist Rob Shuter, Sanchez, the former journalist who is married to billionaire Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, is proudly taking credit for bringing the two together after sensing “they’d vibe.” 



Lauren Sanchez ‘launched’ the Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau romance

Speaking to #ShuterScoop, an insider revealed that Sanchez played a pivotal role in the match, joking, “I’ve gone from launching rockets to launching romances.” The source added that Sanchez “thought they’d vibe instantly,” and as it turns out, “wow, did she call it.”

Lauren Sánchez as The Little Market Celebrates Mother's Day 2022 at Issima at La Peer Hotel on May 06, 2022 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for The Little Market)
Lauren Sanchez as The Little Market Celebrates Mother's Day 2022 at Issima at La Peer Hotel on May 06, 2022 in West Hollywood, California (Getty Images)

The couple, who were first linked earlier this year, reportedly hit it off right away. “Katy and Justin have insane chemistry,” the insider dished. “Katy thinks Justin’s witty and kind, and he’s in awe of her energy.”

Their latest appearance together, walking hand in hand through Paris, sent fans into a frenzy. The duo was later spotted leaving the Crazy Horse cabaret, with Perry turning heads in a slinky red dress and Trudeau looking dapper in a black suit and shirt.

Lauren’s connection to Perry goes beyond matchmaking. The two share a unique bond after flying to space together earlier this year. In April 2025, Sanchez and Perry joined an all-female crew on Blue Origin’s 11-minute suborbital flight, a mission that Sanchez herself co-piloted.

Katy Perry and Lauren Sanchez returned from an 11-minute Blue Origin flight with emotional reflections, but social media users slammed the mission as a publicity stunt and “the most expensive bachelorette party ever.” (@davill/X)
Katy Perry and Lauren Sanchez returned from an 11-minute Blue Origin flight with emotional reflections, but social media users slammed the mission as a publicity stunt and 'the most expensive bachelorette party ever' (@davill/X)

After the space adventure, Sanchez posted a heartfelt birthday tribute to the 'Firework' singer on Instagram, writing, “Happy birthday @katyperry I love you to space and back,” alongside a black-and-white photo of the pair.



Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau’s relationship timeline

Romance rumors between Perry, 41, and Trudeau, 53, began in July when they were seen dining together in Montreal. Earlier this month, speculation skyrocketed after the two were reportedly spotted kissing on a yacht in California.



Perry’s relationship status had been a hot topic since she split from longtime fiance Orlando Bloom shortly after the Blue Origin flight. The former couple share a 5-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove.



Meanwhile, Trudeau stepped down as Canada’s Prime Minister earlier this year after nearly a decade in office. He and his ex-wife, Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, separated in August 2023 and share three children, Xavier (18), Ella-Grace (16), and Hadrien (11).

What’s next for Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau? 

Katy Perry attends
Katy Perry attends 'American Idol' 20th Anniversary Celebration at Desert 5 Spot on April 18, 2022 in Los Angeles, California (Getty Images)

The 'Teenage Dream' hitmaker is currently in the middle of her 'Lifetimes Tour,' following the release of her new album 143



Her world tour will continue across Europe, with upcoming stops in Krakow, Prague, and Munich, before concluding next summer after a brief hiatus from December 2025 to June 2026.

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