Los Angeles, March 9, 2025 – Pop icon Katy Perry has thrilled fans by announcing that Rebecca Black, the viral sensation behind the 2011 hit “Friday,” will join her as the opening act for her upcoming Lifetimes Tour. The exciting news was revealed during an electrifying onstage moment at Black’s concert at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles, captured in a video Perry shared on X at 16:08 UTC on Sunday.
In the footage, Perry, dressed in a leopard-print dress and thigh-high boots, gets down on one knee before Black, who sports a vibrant outfit and black fur coat. With a playful grin, Perry asks, “Will you… join me on the Lifetimes Tour?” Black, visibly ecstatic, responds with an enthusiastic “Yes, yes, yes!” The moment, set against a backdrop of purple stage lights, showcases the duo’s chemistry as they later perform Perry’s 2011 hit “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” together, delighting the audience. Perry’s X post, captioned “About to spend a lot more Fridays with
@MsRebeccaBlack WELCOME TO THE LIFETIMES TOUR BABES ,” included photos of their glamorous outfits and the heartfelt onstage collaboration.
About to spend a lot more Fridays with @MsRebeccaBlack 🫦🧡 WELCOME TO THE LIFETIMES TOUR BABES ♾️ pic.twitter.com/JLG1lqmaAp
— KATY PERRY (@katyperry) March 9, 2025
The announcement has sparked a wave of reactions online, with fans expressing nostalgia for Black’s viral fame and excitement for Perry’s support of emerging artists. The Lifetimes Tour, supporting Perry’s 2024 album 143, kicks off in May 2025 across the United States and Canada, with stops in major cities like Houston, Chicago, and Toronto. Black’s inclusion harkens back to their collaboration in Perry’s “Last Friday Night” music video, where Black played a pivotal role, further cementing their friendship.
Social media trends like #LifetimesTour and #KatyAndRebecca have exploded, with fans celebrating the nostalgic pairing and Perry’s history of uplifting talent. While some questioned the match, many praised the fun, celebratory dynamic, noting Perry’s mentorship of Black since her viral rise. This collaboration promises to bring high energy and memorable moments to the tour, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the duo’s shared Fridays on stage.
