The internet is abuzz with rumors of a split between Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom, and fans are jokingly pointing fingers at an unlikely culprit: BLACKPINK's Rosé. The "Rosé Curse," a lighthearted meme among K-pop fans, has resurfaced following reports that Perry and Bloom have called it quits after nearly a decade together.
The "curse," as it's playfully known, suggests that any celebrity couple photographed with Rosé is destined for a breakup. While entirely coincidental, the theory has gained traction online due to a string of high-profile splits involving stars who have crossed paths with the BLACKPINK singer.
The speculation surrounding Perry and Bloom's relationship status began when Bloom attended the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez in Mallorca earlier this month without Perry. Insiders reportedly told People Magazine that the relationship is "pretty much done" and that the couple is simply waiting for the right time to make an official announcement. Sources have cited growing distance between the two, partly due to Perry's ongoing concert tour, as a contributing factor. Another reported point of contention was Perry's decision to join Blue Origin's all-female space mission, which Bloom was reportedly against.
Adding fuel to the fire, Perry reportedly hinted at emotional struggles during a recent concert in Australia, telling the audience, "If you're going through a breakup, this one's for you," before performing a ballad.
As news of the rumored split spread, BLACKPINK fans couldn't resist reviving the "Rosé Curse" meme. Social media platforms have been flooded with posts jokingly blaming Rosé for the breakup, with many pointing to a photo of Perry and Rosé together as evidence of the curse's power.
The "Rosé Curse" initially gained popularity after fans noticed the uncanny timing of breakups involving celebrities who had recently been photographed with Rosé. Other "victims" of the supposed curse include Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn, Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik, Florence Pugh and Zach Braff, and Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker.
One frequently cited example is Rosé's interaction with internet personality Bella Poarch in 2021. The two became friends and were photographed together that summer. In 2022, Poarch announced that she had filed for divorce from her husband of four years. Similarly, Kendall Jenner posed for a photo with Rosé in November 2022, and her breakup with Devin Booker followed some time later.
While the "Rosé Curse" is undoubtedly a tongue-in-cheek joke, it highlights the K-pop fandom's ability to create and circulate viral memes. The meme's resurgence in the wake of the Perry-Bloom breakup demonstrates its staying power and the entertainment value fans find in connecting seemingly unrelated events.
Neither Perry nor Bloom has officially confirmed the breakup, and representatives have yet to release statements. However, the rumors persist, and the "Rosé Curse" continues to be a trending topic on social media, offering a humorous, albeit speculative, explanation for the celebrity couple's potential split. Whether curse or coincidence, the "Rosé Curse" adds another layer of intrigue to the unfolding story of Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom.
