Overview

• Katy Perry debuted metallic, space-inspired costumes during her Lifetimes Tour performances in Mexico City, sparking widespread online ridicule.
• Fans and critics mocked her outfits, comparing them to 'Optimus Prime' and accusing her of a 'desperate attempt to stay relevant.'
• The tour commenced less than ten days after Perry's participation in Blue Origin's all-female NS-31 spaceflight, where she revealed her setlist mid-flight.
• Criticism of Perry's brief space trip has persisted, with some labeling it wasteful and performative, while participants like Gayle King defended its inspirational value.
• Perry has responded indirectly to the backlash during her shows, encouraging fans to embrace their dreams despite criticism.