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Justin Trudeau Skipped Canada World Cup Opener because Girlfriend Katy Perry Performed at US Game
- On Friday, Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attended the United States' World Cup opener against Paraguay in Inglewood, California, skipping Canada's match against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto to watch girlfriend Katy Perry perform.
- The couple confirmed their relationship in late 2025 and made their red carpet debut in June 2026, with Perry calling Trudeau 'the love of my life' at the Tribeca Festival premiere.
- Critics called the move 'unfortunate,' accusing the 54-year politician of putting 'personal relationships' ahead of the country, while social media users were divided between labeling him 'fraud' or telling him to 'live your life.'
- Addressing the backlash, Trudeau responded on social media that 'sometimes supportive boyfriend duties call,' clarifying his attendance was personal, not political, and asserting he remains 'rooting for' Team Canada to take the Cup.
- Canada, the United States, and Mexico are co-hosting this year's FIFA World Cup, a tournament blending sports and entertainment with celebrity performances like Perry's to expand global reach.
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Justin Trudeau skipped Canada World Cup opener because girlfriend Katy Perry performed at US game
Former Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attended the United States’ World Cup opener against Paraguay rather than his own nation’s game vs.
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