After nine years together and an engagement that began with a romantic proposal on Valentine's Day 2019, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have decided to go their separate ways.

The news was confirmed on June 26 by PEOPLE magazine, but what has drawn the most attention has not been the breakup itself, but rather the approach mature and respectful relationship that they have both decided to maintain, especially for the well-being of their four-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove.

A source close to the singer revealed to the magazine that Perry is committed to maintaining a positive co-parenting relationship with Bloom. “Katy has every intention of maintaining a positive and respectful relationship with Orlando,” the source assured. “He is the father of her child and that will always come first for her.”

Although the couple has faced ups and downs, close sources indicate that their mutual respect remains. “They have been through a lot together and, although they decided to go their separate ways, they still respect each other. They remain in contact and are raising Daisy together,” the source added, stressing that their priority now is to build a healthy and harmonious environment for their daughter.

Orlando is spending time with his daughter

Orlando Bloom, 48, is also the father of 14-year-old Flynn, the fruit of his previous relationship with model Miranda Kerr. Bloom recently spent time in Australia with Daisy while Perry was on tour. “They had a special time as father and daughter,” another source said. “Orlando was in such a good mood and made every outing fun for her. He seemed like a very loving father.” Perry and Bloom’s love story included memorable public moments, such as announcing her pregnancy in the “Never Worn White” music video in 2020 and the birth of their daughter in August of that same year. A year later, the singer described motherhood as “the best thing in the world,” stating that she felt “full of joy.” However, rumors of relationship trouble soon surfaced. Weeks before the official split, A source indicated that "things haven't been solid for a while" and that "it's been going downhill in recent months." Despite the end of their romantic relationship, Perry and Bloom are showing emotional maturity by prioritizing their daughter's stability. The actor recently arrived in Italy for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding. The actor was seen near Kim Kardashian, and it is believed to be his debut as a "single" man.