Katy Perry's Hilarious Take On Josh Groban's Engagement

When your ex moves on and all you can do is laugh about it — that’s the energy Katy Perry brought to Josh Groban’s engagement announcement. The pop star didn’t miss a beat when singer Josh Groban got engaged to Natalie McQueen, instead turning the moment into comedy gold with a TikTok video that perfectly captures what it feels like to see someone you once dated take the next big step.

On Monday, May 11, Perry posted a clip that showed pure theatrical heartbreak. Green screen effect, white robe, overflowing drink, the works — and she paired it with her 2010 hit The One That Got Away, the very song she’d previously revealed was inspired by Groban. The caption? A simple“Congrats ✌️”that somehow made the whole thing even funnier. It’s the kind of joke that only works when there’s genuine warmth underneath, and based on what both have said over the years, that warmth is definitely there.

Here’s the thing: Perry and Groban dated briefly in 2009, and that’s been ancient history for years. When she revealed during a 2017 interview with James Corden that The One That Got Away was about Groban, his reaction was perfectly measured. He joked that he’d never owned a Mustang or had a tattoo, so he wasn’t entirely convinced the song was really about him. But he also called Perry the best and made it clear they’ve remained solid friends. That’s the actual story here — two people who had a moment, parted ways amicably, and stayed cool with each other.

Groban announced his engagement to McQueen on April 21 with photos from a Disneyland proposal. His caption read MY BEST FRIEND SAID YES and included props to Disney Weddings and the custom ring designer. It’s the kind of announcement that screams genuine happiness, and Perry’s video response suggests she’s genuinely happy for him too. Sure, she’s having fun with the bit, but the tone is all affection, not bitterness.

Meanwhile, Perry has moved on herself. She split from ex-fiancé Orlando Bloom last year and has since been dating Justin Trudeau, the former Canadian prime minister. According to sources, she’s been keeping things low-key while spending private time together. So while Perry’s joking about being the one that got away, it’s clear she’s in a good place and genuinely rooting for her friend’s next chapter.

The whole exchange is a masterclass in how exes can actually stay friends — with humor, respect, and zero drama. In an industry that thrives on messy breakup narratives, Perry and Groban just proved that sometimes the best way to handle an ex’s engagement is to lean into the joke and mean it.