12 Shocking facts about Katy Perry – You never knew this! (With Pictures)

3. She was in a big music video before any of her hits were on the charts

Katy Perry has had a string of successful music videos that have thrilled fans with their ingenuity and sheer entertainment value, but one of her first appearances in the mainstream pop world came when she snagged a role in Gym Class Heroes’ music video for their hit “Cupid’s Chokehold.” Perry dated Gym Class Heroes lead singer Travie McCoy for several years, and she was the one chosen to be the final girl that the character McCoy is portraying in the video falls for. The two have since split, but if you re-watch the video, you’ll get a glimpse of a younger Perry.