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Katy Perry is a renowned American singer, songwriter, and television personality.  

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Born on October 25, 1984, in Santa Barbara, California, Perry began her career in gospel music before transitioning to pop music.

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Perry released her debut album, "One of the Boys," in 2008, which included hit singles such as "I Kissed a Girl" and "Hot N Cold." 

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The album received critical acclaim and was a commercial success, with more than five million copies sold worldwide.  

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Perry followed up her debut album with the release of "Teenage Dream" in 2010, which included chart-topping hits like "California Gurls," "Firework," and "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)." "Teenage Dream" became Perry's most successful album to date, selling over six million copies worldwide.

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In addition to her music career, Perry has also been involved in various television projects.  

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She has been a judge on the singing competition show "American Idol" since 2018 and has also appeared as a guest judge on "RuPaul's Drag Race" and "The Voice." 

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Perry has also dabbled in acting, appearing in films like "The Smurfs" and "Katy Perry: Part of Me," a documentary film about her life and career.

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Throughout her career, Perry has won numerous awards, including four Guinness World Records, five American Music Awards, and a Brit Award. 

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She has also been nominated for multiple Grammy Awards. Perry is known for her distinctive style, often incorporating bold and bright colors into her outfits and music videos.

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Aside from her music and television work, Perry is also an advocate for various causes. 

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