Katy Perry's new relationship with Justin Trudeauis facing sudden strain after Australian police confirmed they are investigating a historical sexual assault allegation against the singer. The claim was made publicly by actressRuby Roseon social media, and Perry has categorically denied it through her representatives.
For months, Perry and Trudeau had projected an image of near carefree happiness. The pair, who reportedly began dating in July 2025, were photographed at Coachella last weekend holding hands, dancing during Justin Bieber's set and later sharing ramen. For fans, the images seemed to signal that Perry, 41, had found some stability again after her split from long term partner Orlando Bloom last year.
That upbeat narrative collided with a far darker development whenRuby Rose took to Threads over the same weekend to accuse Perry of sexually assaulting herat Melbourne nightclub Spice Market in 2010. In response to a post about Perry's reaction to Bieber's performance, Rose wrote: 'Katy Perry sexually assaulted me at Spice Market nightclub in Melbourne. Who gives a s**t what she thinks.'
Melbourne police have since said they areinvestigating an alleged historical sexual assault. No charges have been laid and no evidence has been tested in court. At this stage, the claim remains an allegation and should be treated cautiously unless prosecutors decide there is a case to answer.
Ruby Rose has accused Katy Perry of sexually assaulting her around 20 years ago.She alleges Perry rubbed her “disgusting v**ina” on her face, causing Rose to vomit. She adds that she filed a police report regarding the incident a few hours ago.pic.twitter.com/2qeRxhBm7E
Perry's team responded quickly and forcefully. In a statement, her representatives said: 'The allegations being circulated on social media by Ruby Rose about Katy Perry are not only categorically false, they are dangerous reckless lies. Ms Rose has a well documented history of making serious public allegations on social media against various individuals, claims that have repeatedly been denied by those named.'
Rose has since posted further graphic claims online, but those allegations remain untested and have not been independently corroborated in public. For Perry, that distinction may matter legally, but the damage to public perception can begin long before a case reaches court.
One source quoted byClosersaid Perry was 'terrified' and 'devastated', and had hoped to ignore the post before deciding a formal denial was necessary. 'She says she's confident that she will be cleared, but it's still terrifying to have these kinds of allegations being thrown at her,' the insider said, adding that Perry fears 'these things can snowball in the court of public opinion very quickly'.
Against that backdrop,Justin Trudeauhas inevitably been pulled into the story. The former Canadian prime minister, now Perry's boyfriend of nine months, is said to be standing by her as she deals with the fallout.
That support, however, comes with obvious complications. Trudeau stepped down as Canadian PM last year and is still shaping his post political life, with his public image remaining a valuable asset. According to the insider, his team has already had to discuss the impact of Rose's posts and the police inquiry, adding another layer of pressure to an already volatile situation.
Source: International Business Times UK
