Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom End Their Decade-Long Romance: What Happened?

Fans are expressing both shock and sadness over the reported separation of Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom after nearly a decade together. A source close to the couple revealed to Us Weekly on Wednesday that they have parted ways. Perry, 40, feels disappointed about this amicable breakup, yet relieved to escape another divorce, which she has previously described as the most challenging period of her life. The insider noted that tensions had been escalating for months, suggesting this development was anticipated. The strain in their relationship stems from various factors. As Perry embarks on her "Lifetimes" tour, which concludes on December 7, she has immersed herself in her art for emotional solace. Though they mostly resided in their second Montecito home, the source mentioned Perry is “keeping busy” by traveling and even leasing her Westcott property. Although they initially planned to use it as a family base, their circumstances changed. Nonetheless, Bloom spent the weekend with Perry and their four-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove, in Perth, Australia, demonstrating their commitment to maintaining amicable co-parenting.