Katy Perry In Strapless Swimsuit Told She's 'Average' Looking On Hawaii Beach
By Evie Scott on August 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM EDT

Katy Perry was both praised and shamed as she showcased her stunning swimsuit body in Hawaii two years ago. In February 2023, the singer showed off her curves in a cute, polka-dot bathing suit while filming American Idol, with the photos coming ahead of the weight loss headlines she began making at the end of that year. Looking curvier than she does now, Katy relaxed on a lounger, showcasing her toned legs while in her strapless one-piece. The 40-year-old, who rocked a fun, polka-dot look, had some fans saying she looked better than ever, but one hater gained likes for saying that she's "average." The user did note that Katy looks better with makeup on.
Katy Perry Stuns In Polka-Dot Swimsuit
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Scroll for the photo. Chilling out with her co-judges as she relaxed with some fresh pineapple cocktails nearby, Katy stunned in pink and white, displaying her shapely arms and shoulders, plus hints of her cleavage.
Channeling retro accents from a bandeau swimsuit with a low neckline, the "Woman's World" hitmaker teased her curves and toned tummy, folding her legs as she was photographed barefoot.
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Sitting up and smiling as she looked a little determined, Katy injected 50's vibes from her cat-eye shades, choosing a white-rimmed pair to match her swimsuit. The mom of one also rocked statement, star-shaped earrings in white, completing her look with a full face of makeup.
The Daily Mail quickly covered the photos, which showed her with Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. Over 300 fans agreed with a positive reply, one noting that Katy had made baby headlines three years prior for the 2020 arrival of daughter Daisy Dove. "She looks great. Itβs clear she struggled a little with body image after giving birth - like most people - but sheβs obviously put a bit of work into getting back into shape," the user wrote.
Bikini Bombshell Just 'Average?'
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"Very pretty lady," another said, with a third saying that Katy Perry has "great skin." That said, not all of the replies sent the brunette love.
"Take away the makeup and the put-on public persona, then she's a very average woman," one hater said. Over 30 fans upvoted this remark. Katy has since made major headlines for slimming down, with many assuming that she achieved her super-slim physique with weight loss drug Ozempic. Katy has never admitted to taking Ozempic. She's also been in the news this summer for confirming her split from 48-year-old Orlando Bloom. In the above photo, taken in August 2024, Katy highlighted her weight loss while promoting her "Lifetimes" single.
Stripping To Bikini On Yacht After Breakup
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Katy Perry was fresh from her Orlando Bloom split in this photo, when she was spotted on a luxury yacht.
Sizzling in a black bikini as she flaunted her single-girl curves, Katy caught the eye in her cheeky two-piece while makeup-free.