Katy Perry, the pop superstar, experienced a wardrobe malfunction during her "Lifetimes Tour" performance in Las Vegas on Saturday, May 17, 2025. While performing her hit song "Part of Me" at the T-Mobile Arena, the clasp on her bejeweled bra unexpectedly broke, nearly causing her top to come off.
Fan-captured video footage shows Perry sprinting across the stage when she realized the back of her bra-style costume had ripped open. The singer, known for her quick wit and professionalism, immediately reacted to the situation. She stopped her energetic movements and slowed down to prevent any further exposure, clutching the top close to her body.
“Oh s—, my bra is gonna come off!” Perry exclaimed into the microphone, addressing the crowd with humor. The band continued playing an instrumental break, and Perry used the opportunity to make light of the situation. She walked around the stage, showcasing the flapping straps of the defective bra while interacting with her stilt-wearing backup dancers.
Perry then called out to a crew member named Patrick, saying, "Put my bra back on, Patrick!" A stage assistant quickly came to her aid, re-hooking the bra. Once secured, Perry quipped to the audience, "Sorry guys, you didn't pay that much!" before seamlessly resuming her performance. She confidently jumped back into her choreography and launched into the chorus of "Part of Me," demonstrating her years of experience as a pop star.
The incident was captured on video and shared on TikTok, quickly going viral and amassing millions of views. Fans praised Perry for her graceful handling of the wardrobe mishap, noting her ability to maintain her composure and sense of humor under pressure.
This isn't the first time Perry has experienced a wardrobe malfunction. Last year, during the filming of "American Idol," she had to duck under the judges' table and cover herself with a pillow due to a wardrobe issue. She even joked in an Instagram video at the time, "I need my top to stay on. If it's not fixed, this show is going to get more than it wanted."
Perry's "Lifetimes Tour," which supports her seventh studio album, "143," began in Mexico City in April and is scheduled to continue through the United States, Canada, South America, and Europe, with stops in China and the United Arab Emirates, before concluding on December 7. Despite the occasional hiccup, Perry continues to deliver high-energy performances and connect with her fans around the world.