Actor Ruby Rose alleges pop star Katy Perry sexually assaulted her in Australia in 2010
Written by laserteam on April 15, 2026
(NBC News) – Australian actor Ruby Rose accused pop star Katy Perry of sexually assaulting her a decade and a half ago in Melbourne and provincial police confirmed on Wednesday they’re investigating a “historical sexual assault.”
When asked about Rose’s claims, Victoria Police Sgt. Julie-Anne Newman told NBC News she was unable to discuss specifics about the matter due to “privacy protocol,” but police confirmed a probe had been launched.
“Melbourne Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team (SOCIT) detectives are investigating a historical sexual assault that occurred in Melbourne in 2010,” according to a Victoria police statement.
“Police have been told the incident occurred at a licensed premises in Melbourne’s CBD. As the investigation remains ongoing, it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage.”
In the Australian state of Victoria, there is no statute of limitations on reporting a sexual offense.
Rose, 40, is best known for her work on “Orange Is the New Black” on Netflix, “Batwoman” on The CW and the movie “John Wick: Chapter 2.”
A representative for Perry, 41, declined to comment to NBC News on Wednesday about the investigation.
