Katy Perry sparks buzz with major live performance reveal

Katy Perry is preparing for a surprise high profile performance announcement this year.

Taking to her official Instagram account, the singer dropped the news on Wednesday, May 6.

Along with a promotional poster, she wrote, “Expect the Unexpected! Global superstar Katy Perry is coming to light up the stage at the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2026!”

The update caused a stir on X and Instagram, with netizens flooding the comments section of the post.

One fan wrote, "Katy Perry performing at the Azerbaijan GP is a huge win for fans."

Another netizen celebrated the news, posting, "Queen staying booked and busy af."

A third social media user could not contain their excitement, gushing, "This crossover gonna be straight fire."

One excited admirer took things a step further, writing, "Katy Perry at Baku GP? F1 just levelled up the entertainment. Booked and busy queen."

A fifth fan added, "Katy Perry and the F1 Azerbaijan GP — a combination of fireworks and music on the racing track. Whether you listen to Roar or Dark Horse, this performance in Baku is going to be epic."

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