From the very first date in 2016 to getting engaged in 2019, and even to their baby girl, Daisy Dove Bloom, born in 2020, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom continue to be one of Hollywood’s most favorite couples. They have lived a love-soaked journey, a brief separation, and welcomed their daughter. Both have navigated this whirlwind romance through different milestones-from rekindling their romance after a brief split in 2017 onward. Below is a detailed timeline of their relationship.
1. First Encounter: A “Coincidence” about a Burger (2016)
January 2016: The Encounter at the Golden Globe Afterparty
It all started at one of the afterparties during the Golden Globes. Actually, this has been taken from an episode of American Idol where Perry said their story started. If she had to be highly particular, she joked about it, saying that an In-N-Out burger was involved; he reached over from another table and tried to take one, which was some kind of teasing dalliance.
February 2016: Meeting the Family and Friends
Not long after they had met, Bloom introduced Perry to his son Flynn, from his previous marriage with model Miranda Kerr. This indeed was a sure sign that things were going serious. The duo did not refrain from PDA and were increasingly spotted together.
2. Becoming Public and a Brief Break-up (2016-2017)
May 2016: Instagram Official
The two made their relationship Instagram official as they attended the Cannes Film Festival. Perry posted a rather hilarious picture of the two of them, signaling that the blossoming romance had begun.
August 2016: Paddleboarding Scandal
In August 2016, while on an Italian vacation, Bloom found himself at the center of a media frenzy when he was photographed paddleboarding in the nude. The “Lord of the Rings” star seemed blindsided by his now-viral attention, while Perry joked she didn’t join him in that European tradition.
November 2016: Spending Thanksgiving Together
By the end of 2016, things had gotten so serious between them that Perry had invited Bloom to join her family for Thanksgiving. She documented some of the holiday cheer for her Instagram Stories, where Bloom could be seen cradling a baby-a sure fire way to give their relationship an additional layer of familial feeling.
February 2017: The Two Break Up
After over a year of dating, in February 2017, Perry and Bloom decided to go their separate ways. Speculation started when the two showed up at the Vanity Fair Oscars party separately. Representatives of the two released a statement, and indeed it was true that they did break up, but are taking “loving space” from each other.
3. Reunion and Engagement (2018-2019)
February 2018: Reunited during a Holiday
Less than a year since they had split, rumors of their reconciliation began in mid-air when the pair were spotted on vacation in Prague. Sources said although they did continue seeing each other, they hadn’t put any labels on their relationships. It would appear they were having a good time with each other, exploring their mutual travel hobby.
September 2018: Red Carpet Debut
The couple made their red carpet debut in September 2018 during the Gala for the Global Ocean in Monaco. These public appearances did nothing but strengthen the rumors that their relationship was on solid ground.
February 2019: A Valentine’s Day Proposal
On Valentine’s Day 2019, Bloom proposed to Perry with an extremely elaborate setup; Perry appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live to say the proposal included a helicopter ride and a surprise rooftop celebration with family and friends. He had spent a lot of time secretly planning it and had asked Perry’s parents in advance for their permission.
4. Building a Family (2020)
March 2020: Pregnancy Announcement
In March 2020, Perry announced her pregnancy through the music video for her song Never Worn White. Not long afterwards, in a post through Instagram Live, she confirmed the news and spoke how excited she was about becoming a mom.
August 2020: The birth of Daisy Dove Bloom
On August 27, 2020, Perry and Bloom welcomed their daughter, Daisy Dove Bloom. They announced the birth through a post by UNICEF, where both are serving as Goodwill Ambassadors. The couple used this to bring awareness of and call for action on global maternal health, asking for donations to ensure safe deliveries for mothers worldwide.
5. Challenges and Parenthood (2021-2022)
May 2021: First Mother’s Day
In May 2021, Perry celebrated her first Mother’s Day, talking about how motherhood had affected her life. Bloom also joined in celebration, showing his praise for Perry in an emotional Instagram post. Parenting joy was clear as the two new parents were relishing the new roles.
June 2021: First On-Screen Collaboration
Perry and Bloom co-starred in an ad for RepresentUs in support of the For the People Act. The ad depicted them as an aging couple in 2055, lashing out for people to take action to save democracy. It was their first onscreen collaboration, putting together star power for a cause they both deeply believed in.
6. More Love and Life Together (2023-2024)
June 2023: A Sobriety Pact
In 2023, the couple decided to take a temporary break from alcohol, inspired by Bloom’s hectic film schedule. Perry referred to it as an “opportunity to reset” and said that this shared goal helped them stay focused and supportive of each other.
February 2024: Public Admiration and Reflections on Their Relationship
The romantic in Bloom publicly swooned over Perry in early 2024, leaving playful and loving comments on her Instagram. In an interview with Trevor Noah’s podcast, he looked back on how he fell in love with “Katheryn”-as Perry was born-and acknowledged the complexity of their relationship, while expressing the deepest of gratitude for a love they do share.
September 2024: Talking About Their 2017 Breakup
In a recent interview with Alex Cooper on her podcast Call Her Daddy, Perry opened up about their extremely brief 2017 split. She says Bloom was getting increasingly serious about the couple, eventually giving her an ultimatum with which she needed to take a closer look at her commitment. Going on retreat, she says she felt like being around Bloom. Soon after, she reunited with him.
Conclusion
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom are living examples of the fact that love can survive personal storms and public scrutiny. From an eccentric first encounter over a burger to the birth of their daughter, they have taken things up and down with grace, commitment, and love for each other. This is a perfect blend of personal growth, family bonding, and support for one another.
