Niall Horan Says Katy Perry Is Reponsible for Shaping His Career!

Niall Horan is showing love to Katy Perry.

The 27-year-old One Direction member and solo star made an appearance on SiriusXM’s The Morning Mash Up.

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During the appearance, Niall discussed how he first rose to fame on The X Factor back in 2010, where he was pushed into the next round of the competition by a panel of judges, including Katy Perry.

“If Katy Perry didn’t put me through in my audition I wouldn’t be here. That’s a fact. So Katy Perry is a good shout,” he said.

When asked if Katy is aware of her impact on his career, he said: “She is fully aware of that and she prides herself on it!”

Meanwhile, Niall and his rumored new girlfriend were just spotted out and about having a cozy evening together. See the pictures!

Pictured below: One Direction accepts the Best Pop Video award from Katy Perry onstage during the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards at Staples Center on September 6, 2012 in Los Angeles, Calif.