By Trendsetter Tribune 
As Valentine’s Day 2026 approaches, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau is offering a vulnerable look at life after divorce, reframing “midlife singlehood” not as a setback, but as a necessary “recalibration.”
In her latest Closer Together newsletter, the 50-year-old author and mental health advocate admitted that being uncoupled during the season of romance “doesn’t make me feel amazing” on the surface. However, she urged her followers to listen to the “quiet” that comes with being alone, using it to rediscover their own voices.
Sophie’s Path to “Recalibration”
Sophie’s reflections come nearly two and a half years after her August 2023 separation from Justin Trudeau. Since then, her journey has seen both new beginnings and further transitions:
- The Bettolli Chapter: Following her separation from the former Prime Minister, Sophie was linked to Dr. Marcos Bettolli, an Ottawa-based pediatric surgeon. The relationship drew public attention after Bettolli’s ex-wife mentioned a “high-profile individual” in legal filings.
- Returning to Singlehood: Recent reports confirm that Sophie and Dr. Bettolli have since split, leading to her current musings on navigating her 50s as a single woman.
- Self-Love as Practice: Sophie describes her current state as a time to “unlearn” adaptive behaviors. “Self-love is a practice,” she wrote. “At its core, it’s safety. And safety comes from presence.”
Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry: A “Soft Power” Romance
While Sophie focuses on internal growth, her ex-husband’s personal life has become a global headline. Justin Trudeau, 54, and pop icon Katy Perry, 41, have moved from rumored couple to “Instagram Official.”
| Event | Date | Details |
| First Spotted | July 2025 | The pair enjoyed a “15-hour date” in Montreal, including dinner at Le Violon and drinks at a rooftop bar. |
| Paris Debut | October 2025 | Photographed holding hands in Paris while celebrating Perry’s 41st birthday. |
| Instagram Official | Dec 2025 | Perry posted a photo dump from Tokyo, featuring Trudeau and a lunch with former Japanese PM Fumio Kishida. |
| Davos 2026 | Jan 20, 2026 | The couple made their world-stage debut at the World Economic Forum, where Perry watched Trudeau’s “Soft Power” speech from the front row. |
The “Adult” Co-Parenting Dynamic
Despite the media frenzy surrounding Trudeau and Perry, Sophie has been consistent in her praise for Justin as a father. Speaking on the Arlene is Alone podcast, she emphasized that they maintain a “partnership” for their three children: Xavier (18), Ella-Grace (17), and Hadrien (11).
“I’m definitely not a single mom,” Sophie stated, noting that they frequently text and call to ensure “cohesion” for the family. While she admitted that seeing her ex move on publicly can be a “trigger,” she remains focused on the woman she wants to become through the experience.
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Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry’s Davos appearance
This video provides a look at the couple’s recent high-profile appearance at the World Economic Forum, which has been a major point of discussion in the media recently.