US pop star Katy Perry is under investigation in Australia following historical sexual assault allegations made by actor Ruby Rose, police and media reports confirmed on Wednesday.
Rose, known for her role in Orange is the New Black, claimed in a series of now-deleted social media posts that Perry assaulted her in a Melbourne nightclub nearly two decades ago.
On Tuesday, Rose said she had finalized reports with police, noting that she could no longer discuss the matter publicly.
Victoria State Police confirmed they are investigating “a historical sexual assault that occurred in Melbourne in 2010” but declined to name Perry directly. A spokesperson added:
“As the investigation remains ongoing, it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage.”
Perry’s representatives strongly denied the claims, describing them as “categorically false” and “reckless lies,” and noting Rose’s history of making public allegations against others that have been denied.
The singer, famous for hits such as Hot n Cold, Roar, and I Kissed a Girl, has recently made headlines for her relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not released additional details.
