On social media, many viewers were stunned after Katy Perry responded to haters by recreating space following the Blue Origin backlash.
Katy Perry confronted intense criticism from her Blue Origin space flight during the opening night of her Lifetimes Tour in Mexico City.
Perry opens tour with space-themed act to address Blue Origin backlash.
Pop icon Katy Perry made a bold statement in Mexico City.
‘Astronaut’ Katy Perry addressed blacklash over her Blue Origin space trip with symbolic performance art.
During the Lifetimes Tour kickoff at CDMX Arena, she floated above the stage.
She also mimicked space movements in front of thousands of fans.
The 40-year-old singer asked the crowd, “Has anyone ever called your dreams crazy?” — a clear nod to her recent critics online.
Perry posed with two backup dancers in blue NASA-style jumpsuits.
This reinforced the show’s space-themed choreography and visual symbolism.
Social media reaction
Dark Horse hitmaker’s performance as she lying in the air at some points left viewers stunned.
Many believed that Perry address her critics after Blue Origin backlash.
One person said: In space, no one can hear you scream. Earth would be a far less scary place if no one could still hear Katy sing.
A second wrote: You have to leave the earths atmosphere and go into space to be an astronaut. She never did.
While a third commented: Astronaut, what a freaking joke. I don’t think she even left the ground.
Another added: “Her performance was amazing, but I can’t bring myself to call Perry an astronaut.
Someone else said: See proof finally that it was fake, we just didn’t see the wires.
she left it in space. Forgot it. Another user added.
Critics slam Perry’s space trip, calling it a PR stunt That damaged her image
Katy Perry faced backlash after joining Blue Origin’s all-female flight crew, which included Gayle King, Lauren Sanchez, and NASA engineer Aisha Bowe.
Critics calling the mission tone-deaf and accusing the crew of being mere “space tourists” seeking attention.
Perry’s actions post-flight — kissing the ground, holding a daisy, and singing in microgravity — were widely mocked for appearing overly theatrical.
A PR expert warned her career faced potential “extinction,” while an insider admitted Katy didn’t expect such fierce public criticism.
Despite this, sources say Perry described the spaceflight as “life changing” and does not regret the experience, only the presentation around it.
Lifetimes tour features futuristic visuals
Katy’s energetic opening night included multiple costume changes, from a chrome bodysuit to a flowing white gown and surreal tube headgear.
She played guitar and danced midair while incorporating space-themed visuals.
She delivered fan favorites across a 90-minute spectacle of sound and light.
Additionally, Perry’s use of space choreography was symbolic, sending a defiant message.
It showed her embracing her journey, despite the backlash surrounding the Blue Origin trip.
Tour schedule hit with setback as Guadalajara shows canceled
In a blow to Mexican fans, Katy announced the cancellation of her May 1 and 2 shows in Guadalajara due to unfinished venue construction.
On Instagram, she shared:’Sadly, I learned that the construction of Arena Guadalajara will not be complete for their scheduled shows next week, which includes mine on May 1 and 2.
Additionally, she promised to plan something special for disappointed fans. Perry also expressed her deep gratitude and love for their ongoing support throughout her global tour.
Perry regret how the Blue Origin moment was framed
While the flight inspired her, Katy reportedly regrets the dramatic daisy scene and tour promotion while floating in microgravity aboard the capsule.
The post-flight moment — where she thanked a reporter for calling her an astronaut — was also widely ridiculed on social media platforms.
Public comparisons to real astronauts like Sunita Williams, who was recently stranded in orbit, intensified the backlash against Perry’s perceived over-the-top celebration.
The criticism grew louder as viewers questioned the tone of her performance.
An insider revealed that Perry now sees those close-up “camera moments” as missteps.
However, she stands by the mission’s larger purpose of promoting female representation.