Katy honoured for charity work

KATY Perry was recognised for her charity work at the Celebration of Dreams Gala in her hometown Santa Barbara, California the other day. The 28-year-old singer was among the honourees at the gala, which was hosted by the Dream Foundation at the Bacara Resort and Spa, Contactmusic reported. The ‘I Kissed a Girl’ hitmaker received an award for her work raising awareness of the charity, which helps grant wishes for families facing life-threatening illness. Among others was American Idol producer Nigel Lythgoe who was also honoured at the event and famous guests included Glee star Jane Lynch and actress Marcia Gay Harden.