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In a world embracing women’s achievements, celebrity dynamics continue to stir controversy. Recently, after Katy Perry completed her journey aboard Blue Origin’s all-female space mission, a playful yet pointed jab from Wendy’s surfaced on social media. The fast-food giant responded to a tweet suggesting Perry should return to space, igniting discussions around celebrity culture and online criticism. Kesha also seemed to weigh in, sharing a light-hearted image of herself enjoying a Wendy’s beverage.
Perry, following her groundbreaking spaceflight—the first of its kind since 1963—faced a barrage of online negativity. Critics questioned the duration of her mission, her performance of “What a Wonderful World” in microgravity, and her announcement of the Lifetimes Tour setlist using a butterfly cutout. It’s unclear why Wendy’s engaged in this online commentary, but they unmistakably positioned themselves in the debate surrounding Perry.
The tension between Kesha and Perry may be rooted in personal history rather than mere jest. Perry’s collaboration with producer Dr. Luke on her album 143 marked their first partnership since Kesha accused Luke of severe allegations, including sexual and emotional abuse, in a lawsuit filed in 2014. This legal dispute caused significant upheaval and was resolved in 2023, both parties seemingly leaving their past behind, though Kesha’s sentiments suggest otherwise.
Kesha previously hinted at her disapproval of Perry’s association with Luke, notably tweeting a simple “lol” in response to speculation about their collaboration. Rolling Stone highlighted the connection, citing sources that indicated Perry was determined to achieve her artistic vision and surrounded herself with a supportive team to do so.
In a September 2024 interview with Call Her Daddy, Perry responded cautiously when asked about her reunion with Luke, stating that her creations stemmed from her personal experiences and that many collaborators influenced her work. However, she maintained a noticeably measured tone regarding the past controversy surrounding their association.
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Recently, Perry’s A&R representative took to a podcast to clarify the situation, attributing the blame for the collaboration to himself and defending Luke’s character. He expressed regret that the media had unfairly targeted both individuals, stating that it was his suggestion for Perry to work with Luke due to their long-standing friendship.
Following Perry’s space mission, several other notable figures, including Emily Ratajkowski, Olivia Wilde, and Olivia Munn, expressed their dissatisfaction with the mission. Munn characterized the endeavor as “gluttonous,” reflecting a growing concern among celebrities regarding the motives behind such high-profile space travel.
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