Katy Perry shares the sweetest birthday tribute to Orlando Bloom
To celebrate his 45th birthday
Last updated 13th Jan 2022
Superstar Katy Perry has paid tribute to her fiancé Orlando Bloom on his 45th birthday.
Taking to Instagram on Thursday 13th January, Katy shared a flurry of pictures of her and Orlando’s life together and wrote: ‘happiest 45th to the kindest, deepest, most soulful, sexy & strong man I know. thank you for being a constant compass, an unwavering anchor and bringing joi de vivre into every room you walk in. You are the love and light of my life. I thank my lucky stars for you and our darling dd ♥️♠️’
So cute! Katy and Orlando got engaged on Valentine’s Day in 2019 but have yet to walk down the aisle as they had to postpone the wedding due to Coronavirus restrictions. They welcomed their one-year-old daughter, Daisy, in 2020.
The cute post came after reports that Katy, who is currently in Las Vegas performing shows at her residency, and Orlando might be ready for more kids.
A source told Entertainment Tonight: "Katy and Orlando are so happy. They're doing very well as a couple and have gotten into a great groove.
"They want to expand their family. They're both super supportive of each other's careers and love parenting together."
In September 2021, Katy also gushed about her man at Variety’s Power of Women event, saying: "I think behind every great woman is a great man.
“He is an ally, and I love him and he handles my crazy really well."
She even thanked him in her acceptance speech: "To my beloved partner and constant iron sharpener, whether I like it or not, Orlando, a man that is a friend and an ally to all around the world, thank you for handling the insanity of my life with such loving grace.
“And biggest thank you of all for being an incredible father, an example to our greatest gift ever, our daughter, Daisy Dove."
More babies may have to wait though, as Katy is busy making more music. On 29th December, she released her song 'When I'm Gone' with Swedish DJ Alesso.
Katy gave fans a first look at the video during the halftime show at the 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship game in the US on Monday 10th January, and made history as the first music video to premiere during a live broadcast on ESPN.
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom's complete dating history:
JANUARY 2016 - Katy and Orlando spark dating rumours
Katy and Orlando's fairy-tale first came to light all the way back in January 2016, when the pair were spotted getting rather cosy at the Golden Globe's after party.
According to reports at the time, the pair were 'looking flirty' all night, with Katy and Orlando even sharing a dance together.
FEBRUARY 2016 - Katy and Orlando are spotted at an Adele concert
With rumours rife that the pair were dating, reports suggested Katy and Orlando attended an Adele concert together, with a source claiming they enjoyed a number of 'kisses' during the date.
APRIL 2016: Katy and Orlando attend Coachella Festival
Of course, Coachella Festival is attended by some of the biggest celebs on the planet, but a number of fans took photos of Katy and Orlando enjoying the infamous event together.
A source told E! News at the time, "They were hugging and with a group of other people. Orlando was behind her and swaying with her to the music. They also were vaping together. They were kissing and very much a couple."
MAY 2016 - Katy and Orlando make things official
After months of rumours, Katy and Orlando finally went public with their romance! Not only were they spotted travelling to Miami together, Katy shared a snap of the pair from the Cannes Film Festival to her Instagram page.
FEBRUARY 2017 - Katy and Orlando take time apart
At the beginning of 2017, things looked to be all over for Katy and Orlando, with representatives for the pair saying, "Before rumors or falsifications get out of hand, we can confirm that Orlando and Katy are taking respectful, loving space at this time."
APRIL 2018 - Katy and Orlando are back on
Following their time apart, Katy revealed she was back together with Orlando, telling Entertainment Tonight, "I have been spoken for and speak for myself, I'm very happy!"
SEPTEMBER 2018 - Katy and Orlando make their red carpet debut together
Katy and Orlando attended a Gala for the Global Ocean in Monte-Carlo in September 2018, looking loved-up as they made their red carpet debut together.
DECEMBER 2018 - Katy bids to date Orlando
In December 2018, Katy made sure everybody was aware she was dating the Hollywood hunk, bidding a massive $50,000 to take him on a 'date'.
Katy outbid a fan at a fundraiser in Calabasas, jokingly saying on stage, "Laura, I'm sorry. I'm buying it for $50,000."
FEBRUARY 2019 - Katy and Orlando get engaged
On Valentine's Day in 2019, Orlando asked Katy to marry him, popping the question with a very unique and beautiful ring. Katy shared this cute photo on her Instagram page, simply writing, ''Full bloom'.
AUGUST 2019 - Orlando revealed there's no rush to marry
After his proposal on Valentine's Day, fans of the couple were super excited at the prospect of wedding, but Orlando wa quick to admit the pair were in 'no rush'.
Speaking on Today, Orlando said, "It's important to me that we are aligned — I've been married and divorced and I don't want to do it again. And we're both fully aware of that. She's remarkable and so I'm always so impressed with that and I'm encouraged."
MARCH 2020 - Katy announces she's pregnant
At the beginning of March 2020, Katy dropped her amazing music video for her single 'Never Worn White', where she also confirmed she was expecting her first child with Orlando.
Writing on Instagram, Katy wrote, 'Let's just say it's gonna be a jam packed summer...' (sic)
MARCH 2020 - Orlando gushes about his 'babies'
Just days after Katy announced her pregnancy, Orlando shared this picture of his fiancée flaunting her stunning bump. Alongside the snap he wrote, 'My babies blooming ❤️'. (sic)
MARCH 2020 - Katy and Orlando 'postpone wedding' due to Coronavirus fears
Reports suggested in March that Katy and Orlando have made the decision to postpone their upcoming wedding in Japan due to fears over the Coronavirus.
According to reports by People, Katy made the decision as she fears the virus will cause problems for her 150 guests.
AUGUST 2020 - Katy and Orlando are parents
On Thursday 27th August, Katy and Orlando announced the birth of their first child together, a baby girl called Daisy Dove Bloom!
JANUARY 2022 - Katy shares a sweet tribute to Orlando
Superstar Katy Perry paid tribute to her fiancé Orlando Bloom on his 45th birthday. Taking to Instagram in January 2022, Katy shared a flurry of pictures of her and Orlando's life together and wrote: 'happiest 45th to the kindest, deepest, most soulful, sexy & strong man I know. thank you for being a constant compass, an unwavering anchor and bringing joi de vivre into every room you walk in. You are the love and light of my life. I thank my lucky stars for you and our darling dd ♥️♠️'
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