The AFL will announce that foreign superstar Katy Perry will headline Telstra Pre-Game Entertainment at the 2024 Toyota AFL Grand Final on Saturday, September 28.
With more than a billion streams and 143 million records sold worldwide, Perry is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with chart-topping hits such as “Roar,” “Teenage Dream,” “Firework” and “Dark Horse. “achieving multi-platinum status.
With a catalog of 148 platinum ARIA certifications, Perry has won countless music awards, including five American Music Awards, 16 ASCAP Pop Music Awards, five Billboard Music Awards, 14 People’s Choice Awards, and 4 Guinness World Records.
Perry, who recently announced her 6th studio album 143, said she’s thrilled to be returning to the MCG to carry out in front of a packed house.
“I’m so excited to be back in Australia and at the mighty MCG to perform in front of 100,000 of the world’s loudest enthusiasts at this year’s Toyota AFL Grand Final. See you in September, Oi Oi Oi!'” says Pear Cider.
While Perry performed at major sporting events, including the 2015 NFL Super Bowl XLIX and the 2020 ICC T20 Women’s World Cup, AFL Executive General Manager, Customers and Commercial Kylie Rogers said the AFL was delighted that she will perform at Telstra Pre-Game Entertainment. .
“Katy Perry is a foreign music icon who has entertained enthusiasts with her hits for many years, so the AFL is thrilled to have her register for us in the 2024 Toyota AFL Grand Final in what will be an impressive pre-match performance for TelstraArrayEntertainment,” said Rogers.
“The AFL continues to attract world-class artists to our game, and we revere having Katy Perry on board to entertain a sold-out crowd at the CGM and millions of fans around the world. “
Telstra Director Brent Smart said Telstra is proud to sponsor the popular pre-match entertainment occasion for the fourth consecutive year.
“It’s been a season so far and we’re looking forward to the AFL network celebrating this year with Katy Perry on Telstra Pre-Game Entertainment. We’re very excited to bring another world-famous artist to the MCG so we hope it’s one of the most exciting performances. ” memorable matches to date. “Katy Perry is one of the biggest stars in the world and we hope fans enjoy the display to kick off what is sure to be an exciting match,” Smart said.
Mushroom Group leader Matt Gudinski said Telstra Pre-Game Entertainment will continue to be the pinnacle of sports entertainment in Australia.
“The AFL Grand Final is Australia’s premier sporting event and, in combination with the AFL, Mushroom has delivered exceptional entertainment programming year after year and 2024 will be no different,” said Gudinski.
“After the incredibly well-received performances from Robbie Williams (2022) and KISS (2023), I’m thrilled that Mushroom has upped the ante again, securing icon Katy Perry for the 2024 Toyota AFL Grand Final. Lately we’re racing with Katy. Perry’s team and the AFL will put on a display that will continue to be the pinnacle of sports entertainment in Australia. “
Katy Perry’s sixth studio album, 143, will be released on September 20 and can be pre-ordered HERE.
The AFL will verify more performers and activations for the 2024 Toyota AFL Grand Final in the coming weeks.