Canadian former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has sparked controversy with his recent appearances on social media, particularly in a video promoting Katy Perry's new single. In the clip, Trudeau is seen "hopping like a rabbit" with Perry and her friends, which has garnered millions of views and brutal reviews from critics.
The video, posted to TikTok, features Perry and her friends dancing to the song, with Trudeau joining in and grinning. However, his dance moves have been panned, with one commentator describing them as "garbage." The backlash has been swift, with many Canadians expressing their disapproval of Trudeau's actions.
Trudeau's dancing debut comes amid criticism of his record as prime minister, with some pointing to his handling of the economy and immigration. The country is currently in a technical recession, and Trudeau's successor, Mark Carney, has been left to deal with the fallout.
Trudeau has also faced criticism for his high-profile appearances, including attending the U.S. men's opening match at the FIFA World Cup and defending high immigration rates at a talk in Finland. He has responded to critics by sharing a Canadian flag emoji and insisting he was at the World Cup to support Perry.
Perry has publicly expressed her affection for Trudeau, calling him the "love of my life." The pair has been dating since last summer and has been spotted together at various events. However, Trudeau's appearances have rubbed some Canadians the wrong way, with one user remarking that he "ran Canada into a recession and left Carney to finish the job."
In a recent interview, Trudeau said he was happy to no longer be in politics, stating that being too absorbed by politics can disconnect you from what is best about being a regular Canadian. He has been spotted partying at Coachella and vacationing with Perry since resigning as prime minister in January 2025.
