Katy Perry took to the stage to sing some of her hit tracks at the MTV Video Music Awards, sparking public reactions.
A fan reacts to Orlando Bloom’s unusual facial expressions when Katy Perry was performing, from an X post, dated September 12, 2024 | Source: X/stuartbrazell/
On September 11, 2024, Perry, amid appearances from winners including Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter, took the award ceremony by storm. She debuted a new track and pulled from her back catalog her best hit.
Katy Perry at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards held at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on September 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
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However, it was shots capturing Bloom’s reaction to his fiancé that got a lot of people talking afterward. Throughout Perry’s MTV VMAs performance, Bloom’s face shifted between confusion and bewilderment, with a slight smile that hinted at his supportive nature.
Orlando Bloom watches Katy Perry perform at the MTV VMAs, from a YouTube video, dated September 12, 2024 | Source: Youtube/@MTV
Having introduced her on stage before the performance, he seemed proud. However, one particular clip captured his stunned reaction as Perry nearly kissed guest rapper Doechii during her new track, “I’m His, He’s Mine.”
Orlando Bloom watches Katy Perry perform at the MTV VMAs, from a YouTube video, dated September 12, 2024 | Source: Youtube/@MTV
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Orlando Bloom looked momentarily more taken aback than before, his eyes wide in surprise, before breaking into a grin. He clapped and looked around at the crowd as if seeking reassurance from those around him.
Orlando Bloom watches Katy Perry perform at the MTV VMAs, from a YouTube video, dated September 12, 2024 | Source: Youtube/@MTV
Fans couldn’t help but notice the emotions and facial expressions on Bloom’s face. One fan commented, “Orlando Bloom is reacting to this performance as if he’s never heard a single Katy Perry song before what is going on #VMAs,” capturing the bewilderment many felt.
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Another fan remarked, “Was this the first time Orlando Bloom watched Katy Perry perform? Our man seem to have no idea what was going on 🤣 #VMAs #KatyPerry #OrlandoBloom,” poking fun at the actor’s seemingly confused reaction.
Orlando Bloom presents Katy Perry with the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award on stage during the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards in Elmont, New York, on September 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
One fan humorously noted, “That was his Oscar loser face, pretending it’s all good when he’s really dying inside. 😂” Meanwhile, one fan couldn’t help but laugh, stating, “Orlando Bloom’s reaction to Katy Perry scissoring and kissing a girl 😂.”
Doechii and Katy Perry perform on stage during the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on September 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
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Body language expert Adam Lyons analyzed Bloom’s reaction, explaining that it displayed the typical expression a man might have when seeing his partner with another woman. Lyons pointed out how Bloom’s reaction fit a common pattern in such situations, reflecting a mix of surprise and amusement.
Doechii and Katy Perry perform on stage during the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on September 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
“He’s looking around, half wondering if he can believe his eyes. He’s a kid in a toy shop and he’s just been told he can have his favorite toy,” explained the body language expert.
Doechii and Katy Perry perform on stage during the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on September 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
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Bloom’s reaction sparked amusement from viewers, with some noting his apparent uncertainty. At the ceremony, Perry paid tribute to Bloom and their daughter, Daisy Dove Bloom, while accepting the MTV Video Vanguard Award.
Katy Perry, recipient of the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award and winner of the VMAs Most Iconic Performance award for “Roar,” during the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards in Elmont, New York, on September 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
She also took the opportunity to commend the young artists who display confidence, agency, vulnerability, and authenticity in their work.
Katy Perry accepts the MTV Video Vanguard award on stage during the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on September 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
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“I’ve heard a lot of do this, don’t say that, wear less, wear more now, hey. Don’t cut your hair. One of the biggest reasons I’m standing here right now is because I learned how to block out all of the noise,” she divulged.
Katy Perry attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on September 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Katy Perry urged artists in the music industry, particularly women, to stay true to themselves and their art, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and personal integrity.
