Katy Perry’s appearance at King Charles III’s coronation two years ago was already a viral moment. But according to a new account, her presence behind the scenes may have created additional buzz within palace walls. A forthcoming royal biography claims the pop icon’s team ruffled feathers during the post-coronation festivities.
Katy Perry and entourage ‘partied late into the night’ during King Charles’ coronation, per source
In an excerpt from “The Windsor Legacy,” shared exclusively with Us Weekly, royal expert Robert Jobson alleges that Katy Perry “caused a stir” during the coronation weekend, specifically during the star-packed Coronation Concert held at Windsor Castle in May 2023. The palace staged the event the day after King Charles’ formal ceremony. It featured performances from global names, including Lionel Richie and Andrea Bocelli, with Hugh Bonneville hosting the celebratory night.
Jobson writes that Perry, who dazzled audiences in a metallic gold gown while performing her hits “Roar” and “Firework,” reportedly became upset after learning that Richie would receive special overnight accommodations at Windsor Castle. Richie has long been affiliated with the Prince’s Trust, a relationship the author suggests led to the invitation.
According to Jobson’s account, the singer and her team allegedly requested comparable treatment. The book claims that palace officials agreed, but that Perry’s entourage later attracted attention by “partying late into the night” and wandering into areas of the castle that were off limits to guests.
Perry, for her part, has spoken positively about her involvement in the coronation. Ahead of the event, she expressed enthusiasm about performing for the new monarch and highlighted her connection to the British Asian Trust, where she serves as an ambassador. The moment also produced one of the ceremony’s most memorable memes when cameras captured her briefly struggling to locate her seat — a clip she later laughed off, assuring fans she “found” it.
In early 2024, Perry shared another lighthearted anecdote from that weekend. She recalled how she and her glam team accidentally crossed paths with King Charles and Queen Camilla while rushing through the castle for a filming segment. “I ran straight into them, and I was like, ‘Oh, went the wrong way!’” she joked.
