'The Bachelor' alum Juan Pablo Galavis charms Katy Perry on 'American Idol' Season 22 with 'playful' flirting

The former 'Bachelor' star Juan Pablo Galavis is currently single
'The Bachelor star Juan Pablo Galavis flirts with Katy Perry (Instagram/@juanpagalavis and @katyperry)
'The Bachelor star Juan Pablo Galavis flirts with Katy Perry (Instagram/@juanpagalavis and @katyperry)

MIAMI, FLORIDA: Juan Pablo Galavis recently opened up about his daughter's 'American Idol' audition, including a playful moment he shared with judge Katy Perry.

During Camila's audition last month, Juan Pablo briefly appeared on 'American Idol' while she sang Rabia by Joaquina in front of judges Katy Perry, 39, Lionel Richie, 74, and Luke Bryan, 47.

When asked about his favorite judge, Juan Pablo mentioned that he liked them all and recalled meeting Luke in 2014 at NASCAR, which he described as a great experience. He clarified that none of the judges rubbed him the wrong way.

However, when questioned about his flirtatious remark to Katy Perry and whether he had a crush on her, Juan Pablo admitted, "Everybody knows she is engaged to Orlando Bloom." He emphasized that he was simply joking around with Katy and the other judges.

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'The Bachelor' star Juan Pablo flirted with Katy Perry when he came to support his daughter during her audition (Instagram/@juanpagalavis)

What is the current relationship status of 'The Bachelor' star Juan Pablo?

Juan Pablo Galavis is currently single. His daughter, Camila Galavis, who auditioned for 'American Idol' Season 22, informed the judges that her dad was very much single. Camila explained that her father had met someone, but they later broke up.

Juan Pablo chose contestant Nikki Ferrel on season 18 of 'The Bachelor', but the couple ended their relationship in October 2014. 

During his appearance on 'American Idol', he responded candidly to Katy Perry's question about his relationship status by stating that he knew she was not single, implying that he was single. However, it's worth noting that this information is based on a specific moment and may not reflect his current relationship status.

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'The Bachelor' star Juan Pablo is currently single (Instagram/@juanpagalavis)

What happened to Juan Pablo's daughter Camila Galavis on 'American Idol' Season 22?

Camila Galavis, daughter of former 'Bachelor' star Juan Pablo Galavis and his ex-girlfriend, Venezuelan actress Carla Rodríguez, made her singing debut by auditioning for 'American Idol' Season 22.

Born on February 14, 2009, Camila was 14 years old when she auditioned and 15 years old when her audition aired in March 2024.

As the youngest contender to audition, Camila faced some challenges with high notes according to the judges, although they acknowledged that her voice was "very listenable." Despite the struggles, she ultimately received a Golden Ticket to Hollywood, marking a significant milestone in her budding music career.

Juan Pablo and Camila Galavis share a strong father-daughter bond (Instagram/@juanpagalavis)
Camila Galavis ultimately received a Golden Ticket to Hollywood on 'American Idol' Season 22(Instagram/@juanpagalavis)

Katy Perry asks Juan Pablo why he wants to 'plunge his daughter' Camila Galavis into the TV life

During Camila Galavis's 'American Idol' audition, Katy Perry questioned Juan Pablo Galavis about his decision to expose his daughter to the television industry, especially after experiencing its challenges on 'The Bachelor.'

Juan Pablo responded that it's what Camila truly desires. Despite some struggles with high notes noted by the judges, Camila's voice was deemed "very listenable." While Lionel Richie declined to advance her, he advised her to take her time and develop her talent.

Katy Perry decided to give Camila a chance, while Luke Bryan initially hesitated with a no but ultimately changed his mind to a yes, impressed by her "radio tone." Lionel informed Juan Pablo with a playful nod to his reality TV past: "Dad, you're going to Hollywood again."

Katy Pery has been on radar of social media trolls for last few months (Instagram/katyperry)
Katy Perry questions Juan Pablo Galavis about his decision to expose his daughter to the television industry (Instagram/@katyperry)                     

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