Katy Perry fined for filming in protected park

Katy Perry was issued a €6,001 fine after filming a music video in Ses Salines Natural Park without a required permit.

Katy Perry fined for filming in protected Spanish park

Pop star Katy Perry was fined after filming scenes for her song LIFETIMES in Ses Salines Natural Park on Spain’s Balearic Islands last summer. The park requires a permit from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and the Natural Environment for entry, and authorities say the production did not obtain one. The Balearic government issued a €6,001 penalty, which the production company has paid after the video’s release.

Ses Salines spans about 40,000 acres of land and sea across Ibiza and Formentera and is recognized by UNESCO as a protected site. The area serves as a nesting ground for migratory birds and includes zones identified as areas of special scenic and rural interest. Officials characterized the offense as serious but noted no lasting damage to the park.

The incident highlights the friction between high profile shoots and environmental governance. In protected zones, permits are not optional, and enforcement can quickly overshadow creative goals. The relatively modest fine signals a deterrent that is about process as much as punishment.

Beyond the legalities, the episode taps into how public attention around a celebrity breakup and dating rumors can shape perceptions of accountability. It raises questions about whether fame creates special exemptions or simply invites sharper scrutiny of how rules are applied to protect nature.

Highlights

Nature keeps its ground rules even when star power shines.