Cultural critic Kathy Chow invested months examining the connection that has both captivated and angered Canadians. Interviews become available starting August 25.
The story is a smart feature about Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry's romance—why it has captured our attention, and what it means about the world we live in. I love this piece.”— Sarah Fulford, editor-in-chief of Maclean's.TORONTO, ON, CANADA, August 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Maclean's is set to release its September issue cover story, “The Prime Minister and the Pop Star,” on August 25. Penned by cultural critic Kathy Chow, the article explores the unlikely relationship between former prime minister Justin Trudeau and pop star Katy Perry, relying on fresh interviews with Trudeau’s friends, ex-staff members and associates to probe why the liaison has resonated so strongly.
Chow’s investigation follows the trajectory of Trudeau’s ascent and decline in Canadian politics, and situates his romance with Perry against the larger transition from the hopefulness of the 2010s to the disillusionment of today.
“The September issue cover story is a smart feature about Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry's romance—why it has captured our attention, and what it means about the world we live in,” says Sarah Fulford, editor-in-chief of Maclean's. “I love this piece.”
Chow holds a Ph.D. in religious studies from Yale and is a fellow at the University of Toronto's Munk School. Her critical perspective and academic rigor bring an insightful viewpoint to a narrative that has mostly existed in the realm of celebrity gossip.
Interview availability
Chow will be open for interviews starting August 25, when the story goes live online. Given the article’s cultural impact, she makes a strong guest for TV, radio and podcast programs that want to explore what this relationship reveals about the current era.
No interviews may be conducted, and no details of the story may be published or broadcast, before August 25.
Media contact, for accreditation and to arrange interviews with Kathy Chow: Marta Tsimicalis, Director of Communications, SJC: marta.tsimicalis@stjoseph.com
About Maclean's
For 121 years, Maclean's has served as Canada's magazine, documenting the people, ideas and events shaping the nation through factual, independent journalism. The brand connects with its audience across print, digital, social media, its newsletter, live events and Maclean's Education, the country's premier platform for university and college rankings and guides. Honoured as Best Magazine, News, Business and General Interest at the 2026 National Magazine Awards, Maclean's is published by SJC Media, Canada's biggest publisher of trusted media brands, reaching more than 23 million Canadians.
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