When international pop star Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau were spotted together in Montréal, the internet went wild, and not without reason.
The two high-profile figures were seen enjoying a casual dog walk and dinner, followed days later by Trudeau’s appearance at Perry’s Lifetimes Tour show. While neither has confirmed a relationship, sources close to them say the chemistry is real and developing slowly but surely.
A source told PEOPLE.:
“They are interested in each other, but it will take a while to see where this goes, She is traveling around the world, and he is figuring out his life now that he is no longer prime minister of Canada, but there is an attraction. They have a lot in common.”
Dinner, Dog Walks, and a Montreal Moment
On July 28, Perry and Trudeau were seen strolling through Montréal’s scenic Mount Royal Park with a dog; a surprisingly down-to-earth scene for two global figures. Later that day, they dined at Le Violon, a popular local spot, where they met with chef Danny Smiles and even visited the kitchen to thank staff.
Though there was no public display of affection, sources say there was a noticeable spark.
“Justin is a politician who is used to living a secret life with his personal activity, and wouldn’t put on a public display at this stage.”
one insider said:
“He knows they were being watched and is smart enough to play it low-key for now.”
Attraction, Timing, and Their Parallel Lives
What makes this potential couple so intriguing is how much they reportedly have in common. Both recently ended long-term relationships; Perry from actor Orlando Bloom, with whom she shares daughter Daisy, and Trudeau from wife Sophie Grégoire, with whom he shares three children.
According to a source, “Music is one of many things they can share,” adding that both are “idealists” who still believe in making a difference despite the challenges of their public lives.
While they’re navigating demanding schedules and co-parenting, the door to a meaningful connection remains open. As one source put it:
“The timing seems good for them, although a romance is in very early stages.”
Whether this is just a friendship or something more, one thing is clear: the world is watching and curious.