British comedian Russell Brand has launched a public critique of his ex-wife Katy Perry's new romantic relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The comments were made during a Turning Point USA event in Phoenix this week, where the 50-year-old performer did not hold back his opinion on the high-profile pairing.
Brand's Blunt Assessment Goes Viral
Speaking to the audience, Brand referenced Perry's mother, who was reportedly in attendance, before delivering his now-viral assessment. "Look, Katy Perry, I was married to her. I love her still, and I’m glad that her mom’s in the room to hear me say this, but look. I was OK with Orlando Bloom, but Justin Trudeau? Come on, man! Don’t put me in a category with that guy! That globalist stooge," Brand declared.
The clip of his remarks quickly spread across social media platforms, amassing millions of views. One popular reaction online quipped, "Orlando gets the pass for being a pirate elf, but Justin? Nah, that’s where the 'globalist stooge' red flag pops up."
A History of Criticism and a New Romance
Brand's disdain for Trudeau is not new. The comedian has been a frequent critic of the former Liberal leader, particularly during the 2022 Freedom Convoy protests. In a YouTube video from that period titled "Truckers Convoy: Why The Mainstream Media Blackout?!", Brand questioned the narrative surrounding unvaccinated truckers and described the government's opposition as a "nefarious machine."
In another 2022 video, he accused Trudeau of hypocrisy and authoritarianism, contrasting the Prime Minister's criticism of Russia's invasion of Ukraine with his handling of domestic protests. "What you can’t do is claim to be an exemplar of democracy if whenever you get the opportunity to be tyrannical, you take it," Brand argued at the time. He later celebrated Trudeau's resignation announcement in 2025 with a tweet declaring, "IT HAPPENED! Justin Trudeau RESIGNED!"
Brand and Perry were married from 2010 until their abrupt split in 2012. Perry later began a relationship with actor Orlando Bloom in 2016, with whom she shares a five-year-old daughter. That relationship ended in the summer of 2025.
Perry and Trudeau's Public Debut
Rumours of a romance between the pop star and the former politician first emerged in July 2025, when they were seen dining together in Montreal. The relationship was seemingly confirmed in October when they were photographed holding hands in Paris. Perry made it official on Instagram in December 2025, posting photos from a trip to Japan with the caption "Tokyo times on tour and more" alongside a heart emoji, shared with her 202 million followers.
Insiders suggest the public nature of the relationship serves both parties. Sources told Page Six that Trudeau, whose popularity in Canada had reached historic lows, welcomed the positive international attention as an "ego boost." Other sources indicated a desire by Trudeau to emulate his father, former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, who was known for dating high-profile celebrities like Barbra Streisand and Kim Cattrall. "Star f***ing is very much the Trudeau brand," one insider remarked.
The public clash of personal history and political commentary underscores the unusual intersection of celebrity culture and political legacy, with Brand's latest remarks ensuring this cross-border romance remains a topic of heated discussion on both sides of the Atlantic.
