Pop powerhouse Katy Perry gave fans an unforgettable moment during her Lifetimes Tour stop in Adelaide, Australia — and not just for the music. Mid-performance, Perry found herself dangling mid-air inside a giant silver orb that unexpectedly tilted forward, nearly dumping her out in a terrifying scene that had the crowd gasping.
The suspended stunt, meant to be a dramatic high-flying spectacle, quickly turned into a high-stress moment as the orb malfunctioned mid-flight. Ever the professional, Perry clung to the structure using sheer upper body strength to avoid a potential fall, all while fans watched in shock.
To add to the drama:
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Music and lights cut out abruptly.
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Crew members rushed onstage, clearly not part of the show.
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Fans were left confused — unsure if it was a choreographed twist or a genuine emergency.
Fortunately, Katy was safely helped down and is reportedly doing well, though visibly shaken by the incident.
This comes just days after Beyoncé’s own stage mishap, where a moving platform reportedly tilted off-balance during her performance — sparking some tongue-in-cheek chatter online about a “diva-in-the-sky curse” for summer tours.
While Orlando Bloom may not have been there to play hero, Katy had thousands of loyal KatyCats cheering her on and breathing a collective sigh of relief once she was safe.
Despite the scare, fans applauded Perry for her grace under pressure and unmatched stage presence, even in the face of a mechanical near-disaster.
No word yet if the orb stunt will remain in the setlist — but one thing’s for sure: Katy’s Adelaide show will be remembered for more than just the music.
