Surprising archival footage has re-emerged showing Ruby Rose enthusiastically praising Katy Perry at the 2012 premiere of the singer's documentary film, Katy Perry: Part of Me 3D. This rediscovered clip presents a stark contrast to recent developments, as the Australian actress has recently alleged that Perry sexually assaulted her in 2010 at the Spice Market nightclub in Melbourne, claims that are now under formal police investigation.
Red Carpet Adoration in Sydney
The footage, captured at Event Cinemas in Sydney on June 30, 2012, shows Ruby Rose expressing genuine admiration for the pop superstar on the red carpet. "I'm so excited, I love Katy to bits," Rose begins in the video. She elaborates on her personal connection, stating, "I was just with her at the hotel before and she's getting dressed up, choosing between all these different outfits... it's like I get to see the real Katy."
Rose continues with heartfelt appreciation, saying, "I get to come watch the film where everyone gets to see the real Katy, so it is an honour." The Batwoman star further demonstrates her devotion by explaining how she brought fans to share the experience, stating, "The person I was bringing ended up calling in sick, so I grabbed two fans out of the audience. I was like, 'I want you to be part of this, come with me'. I know that is what Katy would have wanted me to do. It's going to be a lot of fun."
Police Investigation Underway
This unearthed footage emerges against the backdrop of serious allegations and an active police investigation. Victoria Police has confirmed that detectives from the Melbourne Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team (SOCIT) are investigating a historical sexual assault reported to have occurred in Melbourne in 2010. A police spokesperson stated, "Police have been told the incident occurred at a licensed premises in Melbourne's CBD," adding that it would be inappropriate to comment further while the investigation remains ongoing.
Contrasting Narratives and Legal Proceedings
Ruby Rose has since indicated on Threads that she can no longer publicly discuss the incident due to the police investigation. She wrote, "Last update on this: As of this afternoon, I have finalised all of my reports. This means I am no longer able to comment, repost, or talk publicly about any of those cases, or the individuals involved." Rose expressed relief at this development, noting it allows her to begin healing and move forward.
Meanwhile, Katy Perry has vehemently denied the allegations through her representative, who characterized them as "dangerous and reckless lies." The statement further noted, "Ms Rose has a well-documented history of making serious public allegations on social media against various individuals, claims that have repeatedly been denied by those named."
Historical Context and Previous Criticism
This is not the first instance of Ruby Rose publicly criticizing Katy Perry. In 2017, Rose described Perry's track Swish Swish as "purposeful poop," though she later backtracked on social media, writing, "Being mean doesn't suit me and leaves me feeling dirty." She reflected on her tendency to speak out against perceived bullying while acknowledging it might not always be her place to do so.
The resurfaced 2012 footage provides a complex counterpoint to the current allegations, showing a time when Rose openly admired Perry as both an artist and personal acquaintance. The Australian actress, now 40, has stated that it took her nearly two decades to speak publicly about the alleged 2010 incident, adding further layers to this developing story as authorities continue their investigation into the serious claims.
