Trigger Warning: This article contains references to sexual assault.Pop star Katy Perry has strongly denied sexual assault allegations made against her by actress Ruby Rose. In a statement issued hours after the allegations were posted online, Katie denied the allegations, calling them “categorically false.”
Katy Perry issues a statement about… Sexual assault allegations
In a statement to TMZ, Perry’s representative said: “The allegations being circulated on social media by Ruby Rose about Katy Perry are not only categorically false, they are dangerous and reckless lies. Ms. Rose has a well-documented history of making serious public allegations on social media against various individuals, allegations that have been repeatedly denied by the individuals named.”
Ruby Rose issues a statement
The response came hours after Rose publicly accused Perry of sexually assaulting her nearly two decades ago.
The Orange Is the New Black star claimed the incident occurred at a Melbourne nightclub, writing on social media: “Sexual Katy Perry [sic] He assaulted me at a nightclub in the Spice Market in Melbourne. Who gives a [damn] What you think.”
“I was only in my early 20s,” Rose said, explaining the delay in speaking out. “I’m 40 now. It’s taken me almost two decades to say this publicly. Although I’m very grateful that I took the time to find my voice, it just goes to show how much impact trauma and sexual assault have.”
Thanks for seeing me.”She also shared, “Before I talk about something so incredibly raw and painful, I tell myself, ‘It’s okay, you don’t need people to believe you, you just need to get it out of your poor body, before it gives you cancer,’ but then I see this post and… tears consume me, in a good way. Thank you.”Rose later stated that she intended to contact the authorities, writing that she would go to the police station to see if an investigation could be launched into “any of my experiences” with assault.
“I imagine they’re past the statute of limitations, but there’s even more reason to try. I have a long list,” she added, noting that she had previously been hesitant because she was “too hurt and afraid to take the appropriate steps because I know the system rarely works.”
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Ruby Rose files a police complaint
Hours later, she confirmed she had taken action, writing: “I did it.” She added: “I will write about the reporting process. Both crimes that happened when I was a child, and those that happened when I was an adult (at least in Australia), but for now I will just say that I was surprised to find that the reporting process worked so well.”Rose wrote and added, “I just left the police station, and I named names inside the station that have more power than me. I feel very comfortable so far, but I don’t have any expectations.”
Sexual assault allegations against Katy Perry over the years
These allegations have resurfaced over previous controversies involving Perry. In 2019, actor Josh Kloss, who appeared in her “Teenage Dream” music video, accused the singer of misconduct, including an incident in which he claimed she exposed him without his consent. Around the same time, Georgian TV presenter Tina Kandelaki claimed that Perry behaved inappropriately towards her at an industry event.A previous incident during an audition for American Idol in 2018 also attracted attention, when Perry kissed contestant Benjamin Glaze on the lips without warning. Glaze later said he did not consider it sexual harassment, although he admitted it made him uncomfortable.
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Perry was recently seen attending the Coachella music festival in California with her boyfriend, former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.In an Instagram post, the pop star included several photos along with a video of him interacting with Bieber’s headline collection. “Thank God he did it [YouTube] beloved. “I don’t want to see any ads,” she joked in the clip, which saw Bieber scroll through several old YouTube videos and sing along.Disclaimer: If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, assault or abuse, please seek immediate help. Contact a mental health professional, NGO, or trusted person. Many helplines are available to provide assistance.
