Katy Perry responds to Ibiza music video environmental investigation

Katy Perry has responded to reports around an investigation into the filming of her ‘Lifetimes’ music video in Ibiza.

The video, released last Thursday (9th August), shows the US superstar dancing on the beaches of neighbouring Formentera and partying in the clubs of Ibiza. 

However, some of the video’s beach-filmed sequences reportedly took place on the dunes of S’Espalmador in the north of Formentera, which is a protected area of natural beauty. 

In a statement published on 13th August, the environmental department of the Balearic Islands said that the production company responsible for the video had failed to request “authorisation from the Regional Ministry to carry out the filming.”

The department clarified that it was looking into potential damage of the prohibited area, which is marked by rope, and that “preliminary investigation actions have been initiated”.

It was subsequently alleged that the video — directed by frequent Bad Bunny collaborator Stillz — contained unauthorised filming on Spain’s Balearic Islands, and an investigation was launched.

A spokesperson from Perry’s label, Capitol Records, has now responded to the investigation, as The Independent reports. “The local video production company assured us that all necessary permits for the video were secure,” they shared in a statement published yesterday (15th August).

“We have since learned that one permit was in process, although we were given verbal authority to go ahead. Our local crew on July 22 applied for a permit for this specific location with the Directorate-General For Coasts And Coastline.

“Our crew received verbal approval on July 26 to proceed with the filming on July 27. We adhered to all regulations associated with filming in this area and have the utmost respect for this location and the officials tasked with protecting it.”