Katy Perry’s latest trip to Rome is getting attention for more than just sightseeing.
The pop star shared a playful video of herself at the Trevi Fountain, where she ditched tradition by dipping a credit card into the water instead of tossing coins for luck.
The moment quickly went viral, especially as it comes just days after reports confirmed she is under investigation in Australia following serious allegations made by actress Ruby Rose, which she has strongly denied.
Katy Perry Turns Trevi Fountain Tradition Into Viral Moment
Katy Perry made waves after taking to Instagram to share a playful clip of herself at Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain, but her approach to the tradition was anything but ordinary.
Instead of tossing a coin, the singer briefly placed her credit card into the water, joking about her dislike for loose change.
The moment began with Perry standing in front of the landmark in a grey hoodie, singing “someone give me a penny,” before referencing her own lyrics.
She told fans, “Y’all, I told you in “Save as Draft” that I don’t f-ck with change,” tying the moment back to her “Witness” track.
Perry explained she still wanted to participate in the tradition “for good luck,” but her unconventional method, quickly retrieving the card before it drifted away, left viewers amused and confused.
The Trevi Fountain, completed in 1762, is one of Rome’s most visited landmarks, attracting thousands of visitors daily who toss coins in hopes of returning.
Fans Left In Stitches Over Perry’s Rome Video
A fan account reposted the viral video on TikTok and in no time, fans flooded the comments section with reactions.
One user particularly commented on the singer’s decision to retrieve the card from the fountain.
“Kathryn it doesn’t count if you take it back! should’ve left it in the fountain for one of your katyrats to find for even more good luck,” they wrote.
Some fans also found Katy Perry’s choice of item hilarious. One person shared, “I can’t believe you used a credit card instead of a coin! I love how goofy you are my queen.”
Another commented, “I think you’re the first person to ever put a credit card into the fountain lol,” while a third shared, “Great. Now ur credit card is living its best life in the fountain.”
Katy Perry Shares Glimpses Of Rome Trip And Private Performance
Perry’s Trevi Fountain moment was just one highlight from a packed trip filled with performances and sightseeing.
The “Dark Horse” singer captioned her post “Just Rome’ing around,” alongside a mix of videos and photos that showcased both her glamorous and candid moments abroad.
She performed a private concert at La Nuvola, where she took the stage in a glittering bandeau top paired with black silk pants.
With her hair styled in a sleek bun, Perry delivered a performance of her 2010 hit “The One That Got Away,” reminding fans of her enduring stage presence.
Behind-the-scenes glimpses showed her preparing for the show with her crew, offering a more intimate look at her process.
Elsewhere in Rome, Perry posed in front of St. Peter’s Basilica in a chic black-and-white dress, soaking in the historic setting.
She even added a playful moment by singing “Pope Leo, hallelujah,” nodding to the first American pontiff while exploring Vatican City.
Perry Faces Serious Allegations As Investigation Unfolds
While her Rome trip offered lighter moments, Katy Perry is also facing serious developments offstage.
The 41-year-old is currently under investigation by Australian authorities following sexual assault allegations made by actress Ruby Rose. The claims stem from an alleged incident in 2010 at a Melbourne nightclub.
As The Blast reported, a police spokesperson released a statement on April 15 noting, “Melbourne Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team (SOCIT) detectives are investigating a historical sexual assault that occurred in Melbourne in 2010.”
The statement continued, “Police have been told the incident occurred at a licensed premises in Melbourne’s CBD. As the investigation remains ongoing, it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage.”
The investigation began after Rose filed a complaint, bringing renewed attention to an allegation she previously described publicly.
Katy Perry Strongly Denies Ruby Rose Claims Amid Growing Scrutiny
Perry has firmly denied the allegations through her representative, strongly pushing back against Ruby Rose’s claims.
In an official statement, her team described the accusations as “dangerous and reckless lies,” emphasizing that the singer rejects them entirely.
The statement read per the Daily Mail, “The allegations being circulated on social media by Ruby Rose about Katy Perry are not only categorically false, they are dangerous, reckless lies.”
It also addressed Rose’s history of public accusations, noting, “Ms Rose has a well-documented history of making serious public allegations on social media against various individuals, claims that have repeatedly been denied by those named.”
Rose, meanwhile, has maintained that the alleged incident occurred while she was in her twenties during a night out in Melbourne.
