Katy Perry fined for filming in protected park in Spain

Katy Perry faces a fine after shooting parts of Lifetimes in Ses Salines Natural Park without the required permissions.

Katy Perry fined for filming in protected park in Spain

Katy Perry filmed parts of her Lifetimes video in Ses Salines Natural Park on the Balearic Islands last July, including scenes on the dunes near S’Espalmador. Officials say the production company WeOwnTheCity did not obtain the necessary permissions, triggering an environmental probe by the Balearic government. The environment agency stressed that the production did not receive authorisation to shoot in the park.

Authorities announced a €6,001 fine for the production company after flagging the incident as a serious offence. Officials noted there was no lasting damage to the site and no further penalties were imposed. The Lifetimes video, directed by Stillz, features Perry cliff jumping and beach scenes around Ibiza and Formentera, locations that contributed to the controversy at the time.

This incident shows how celebrity productions collide with conservation rules. When a UNESCO World Heritage area is involved, the issue moves from creativity to compliance and oversight. It also underscores how local communities pay attention to the use of public spaces for commercial projects.

The relatively small fine suggests authorities weighed penalties against other considerations, but the message is clear that rules apply to everyone. The case could push producers to improve permit checks and regulators to tighten processes, a trend that could shape future shoots beyond Spain. The overlap with Perry's public image and past collaborations adds a political edge that will feed ongoing discussion about accountability in pop culture.

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Clear rules can protect places and reputations alike.