Katy Perry Reflects on Losses and Wins of Rollercoaster Year After Orlando Bloom Split

Katy Perry reflected on the “wins” and “losses” of the past rollercoaster year after she and fiancé Orlando Bloom called off their engagement, as she marked the first anniversary of the release of her album 143. In an Instagram post aimed at her KatyCats on Tuesday, Perry acknowledged that she is not usually one for anniversary posts but said it would be negligent not to acknowledge the incredible impact the last year has had on her. “Records are snapshots of an artist trying to tell their story of where they are now or have been, and hope someone will hear themselves in some of the messages,” she wrote, noting the album was a love story to her fans. “We cats (and rats) have been through a rollercoaster, but wherever the ride took us, we have been together.” She added that she is “proud of the community we are and growing to become,” and that “history is important” because it helps people learn from the past. “We celebrate the wins and reflect on the losses. All of it is valuable.” Perry also said that she has been prompted to acknowledge whether she loves herself “finally,” and that her daily answer is “yes.” She closed by affirming “no forcing, no controlling — just trusting the angels, the fans, and the music to guide me where I’m meant to go,” and that her love for fans is unconditional. The post underscores a broader message about resilience and gratitude for her fans and for the creative work that connects them.

In July, Perry and Bloom confirmed they had parted ways after nearly a decade together. They share a daughter, Daisy Dove, who is 5 years old. Their representatives told Page Six that the couple 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.” Bloom has since spoken about the breakup in interviews, saying he is grateful for the relationship and that he and Perry have “nothing but love” for each other. Earlier this month, he told The Cut that he remains grateful for the experience and the bond they share.

The pop star’s ongoing “Lifetimes Tour” remains a central focus as she carries the year forward. The video game–themed show kicked off in Mexico City in April, months before Perry’s split with Bloom was publicly revealed in June. The tour’s international leg continues as she weaves through theaters and arenas around the world, a backdrop to a year that has seen both personal upheaval and professional milestones.

The Instagram note also situates the anniversary of 143 within a larger narrative Perry has embraced publicly: that records can be a way for fans to hear themselves in an artist’s message, and that growth often comes from acknowledging both the wins and the losses. 143, described by Perry as a love story to her fans, arrived as she and Bloom navigated the end of nearly 10 years together. The album’s release—and the year since—appears to have shaped her reflections on love, resilience, and community involvement.

As Perry looks ahead, she writes about allowing whatever comes next to unfold naturally, saying there is “no forcing, no controlling — just trusting the angels, the fans, and the music to guide me where I’m meant to go.” She reiterated that her affection for fans remains unconditional and that she could not have reached this moment without their support. With the Lifetimes Tour continuing and personal milestones framing her public updates, Perry’s message to her audience centers on continuity, gratitude, and forward momentum, even as she processes a highly visible breakup.