Santa Barbara / Toronto — A provocative, bare-chested photo showing former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau smooching pop star Katy Perry on her yacht has become viral and sparked an online storm of criticism. Social media reacts to Justin Trudeau in an overwhelming and diverse manner, showcasing a range of opinions and comments. Social media reacts to Justin Trudeau once more, as both supporters and critics voice their thoughts on the unexpected romance.
Yacht Romance Turns into Political Roast
Depicts Trudeau embracing Perry aboard her 24-meter yacht Caravelle, allegedly off the Santa Barbara coast. The photo soon fueled controversy as social media users berated Trudeau’s public image, focusing on his priorities, patriotism, and private life. As the image spread, social media users couldn’t help but react to Justin Trudeau, questioning his commitment to Canada.
One of them honed: “To all of you who voted the Liberals in, how ya feeling now? He doesn’t care about Canada.” Others targeted his new romance, accusing him of ditching family responsibilities. Another tweet read: “Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry. One faked being an astronaut. One faked being a Prime Minister,” referencing Perry’s Blue Origin space trip and Trudeau’s life after politics.
Personal Life Under the Spotlight
Trudeau, 53, stepped down earlier this year and has kept a low public profile since. In 2023, he and his wife Sophie announced a separation after 18 years of marriage; the couple share three children: Xavier, 18; Ella-Grace, 16; and Hadrien, 11. Meanwhile, social media reacts to Justin Trudeau’s personal decisions.
Perry, who is 40, was reportedly romantically involved with Trudeau after they were seen having dinner in Montreal last July. She also has a daughter, Daisy Dove Bloom, with actor Orlando Bloom.
How the Photo Appeared
The kiss was captured by a passenger on a nearby whale-watching vessel. The witness didn’t know Trudeau until they spotted a tattoo on his left arm a “Haida raven” design that is associated with Indigenous Canadian art.
No public comments have been made by Trudeau or Perry on the relationship or the meme photo. Insiders do say the two were starting to test the waters of romance, with one insider saying: “Katy is very, very interested in him… She clearly likes him a lot.” Social media continues to react to every move Justin Trudeau makes, drawing greater attention to his personal life.
