Katy Perry testified in the ongoing legal battle with Orlando Bloom and Wescott regarding the ownership of a multi-million dollar mansion in Montecito, California. The trial, which began on August 21st, coincided with the fifth birthday of their daughter, Daisy Dove. Perry, appearing virtually in what sources described as pajama wear, firmly stated that she and Bloom are "family for life," despite their six-year engagement ending in June. This declaration came amidst accusations from Wescott’s legal team that Perry had no financial stake in the property, stemming from the revelation that Bloom used an LLC to make the purchase payments, as reported by TMZ. Perry vehemently denied these claims, asserting that she would still benefit from the property’s acquisition, despite the breakup. The trial’s focus has shifted to a ‘penalty phase,’ following Perry’s initial victory in December 2023, where she was declared the rightful owner of the estate. This victory followed her countersuit against Wescott for nearly $6 million, citing structural defects, deferred maintenance, and lost rental income. The legal dispute, which began in 2020 when Wescott attempted to back out of the sale citing mental incapacity and recovery from surgery, has been significantly complicated by Wescott’s declining health due to Huntington’s disease, leading to a four-year period of being bedridden.

Wescott’s family, particularly his sons Chart and Court, have expressed their desire for Perry to demonstrate empathy and compassion, with Chart specifically stating he wasn’t expecting an apology but acknowledging it "would tie a ribbon around the whole thing." Court highlighted his father’s deteriorating condition, describing him as "tired, dying and old." Wescott’s legal team has repeatedly requested continuances throughout the proceedings, six times between 2022 and 2025, while Perry’s attorneys only sought a single postponement. This disparity in scheduling requests has added further complexity to the case.

The trial underscores a protracted legal battle fueled by complex financial arrangements, personal relationships, and declining health. Perry and Bloom have since confirmed their split, focusing on coparenting arrangements. The entire situation is a deeply personal and legally intricate case, with significant ramifications for all involved parties.