Canadian political figure Justin Trudeau has stirred speculation about his relationship with pop star Katy Perry following his Halloween costume choice this year. In a recent Instagram post, Trudeau showcased a homemade inflatable shark costume while posing with his youngest son, Hadrien, who donned a wetsuit with theatrical fake blood. This playful duo appears to reference a well-known pop culture moment linked to Perry.
Trudeau’s costume, which included a bloody surfboard with a bite mark, seems to allude to Perry’s viral “Left Shark” from her Super Bowl halftime performance in February 2015. During this performance, one dancer, dressed as a shark, became famous for dancing offbeat, capturing the attention of viewers worldwide. Trudeau’s caption, “Ready for Halloween with Hadrien: he’s the surfer, I’m the shark,” suggests an intentional nod to this memorable moment.
The former Prime Minister of Canada, who held office from 2015 until January 2025, and Perry have been seen together multiple times over recent months. Their public outings began following Perry’s breakup with actor Orlando Bloom in July 2023, after nearly a decade of relationship. Trudeau was notably spotted at one of Perry’s concerts in Montreal, where he was seen enjoying the performance alongside the crowd.
While the nature of Trudeau and Perry’s relationship remains unofficially confirmed, the two have yet to address any romantic rumors publicly. Trudeau’s separation from his wife, Sophie Grégoire, was announced in August 2023 after 18 years of marriage. They share three children: Hadrien, Xavier, and Ella-Grace. Perry, on the other hand, shares a daughter named Daisy with Bloom, who was born in August 2020. Following their split, the couple has committed to co-parenting Daisy, emphasizing stability and mutual respect.
Representatives for Perry and Bloom released a statement at the time of their separation, confirming their focus on co-parenting. They stated, “Due to the abundance of recent interest and conversation surrounding Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry’s relationship, representatives have confirmed that Orlando and Katy have been shifting their relationship over the past many months to focus on co-parenting. They will continue to be seen together as a family, as their shared priority is — and always will be — raising their daughter with love, stability, and mutual respect.”
As Trudeau and Perry continue to navigate their personal lives, their Halloween costume choice has added a layer of intrigue to their connection. The playful nature of the costume not only showcases a lighthearted moment between a father and son but also serves as a potential homage to pop culture, drawing attention from fans and media alike.
As the festivities of Halloween wind down, the world watches closely to see how this budding relationship evolves in the public eye.