Katy Perry had a heart-stopping moment on stage during her Lifetimes Tour stop in San Francisco on Friday, July 18, when a mid-air stunt nearly ended in disaster.
While performing to a packed crowd, the pop icon was gliding above the audience on a butterfly-shaped aerial prop when it suddenly malfunctioned mid-flight. The stunt, meant to be a highlight of the night, quickly turned into a safety scare.
Perry appeared visibly shaken as the prop jolted unexpectedly, leaving fans gasping. Footage from the incident shows stagehands rushing to stabilize the equipment as the singer clutched her harness tightly.
Despite the terrifying moment, Perry managed to stay calm and was eventually brought down safely. She resumed the performance after a brief pause, receiving massive cheers from relieved fans.
The incident has sparked conversations about performer safety during elaborate tour productions, especially as artists continue to push the boundaries of live entertainment.
A representative for Perry’s team has yet to issue an official statement regarding the mishap or if future aerial segments will be altered for safety.
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