Move over, sci-fi movies—this is real! Pop superstar Katy Perry is set to become a space traveler as she joins the first-ever all-female crew on a Blue Origin New Shepard rocket. This historic mission, launching this spring, is led by journalist and philanthropist Lauren Sánchez, who handpicked an elite team of celebrities, scientists, and journalists to be part of this incredible journey.
Who’s on Board?
Besides Katy Perry, the six-member crew includes:
- Lauren Sánchez – Journalist, philanthropist, and partner of Jeff Bezos
- Aisha Bowe – CEO of STEMBoard and former NASA rocket scientist
- Kerianne Flynn – Film producer
- Gayle King – CBS Mornings co-host
- Amanda Nguyen – Bioastronautics research scientist
This will be the first all-female space mission since 1963, when Soviet cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman in space. Talk about girl power reaching for the stars—literally!
A Firework in Space
Katy Perry, known for hits like E.T. (how fitting!) and Firework, will now have her own “firework” moment, experiencing weightlessness for about four minutes and enjoying breathtaking views of Earth from space.
“Katy is honored to be part of Blue Origin’s first all-female crew and hopes her journey inspires her daughter and others to dream big,” Blue Origin said in a statement.
What’s the Mission About?
Blue Origin’s New Shepard NS-31 mission will be a suborbital spaceflight, meaning the rocket won’t orbit Earth but will cross the Kármán line (100 km above sea level), the internationally recognized boundary of space. The mission will last about 11 minutes, giving passengers a short but unforgettable taste of space travel.
Celebrity Space Tourists
Katy Perry isn’t the first celebrity to hop on a Blue Origin spaceflight. Previously, Star Trek’s William Shatner and former NFL player Michael Strahan have taken similar trips. However, Perry and her crew are making history by being the first all-female team to do so!
Why This Mission Matters
Besides the sheer excitement of watching a pop star float in space, this mission carries a deeper purpose. Lauren Sánchez hopes that this all-women crew will inspire the next generation of explorers and scientists, proving that space is for everyone.
DID YOU KNOW?
- The New Shepard rocket flies autonomously, meaning there’s no pilot—it’s all controlled remotely!
- The passengers will experience 4 minutes of weightlessness before returning to Earth.
- The Kármán line (100 km up) is the official edge of space, where Earth’s atmosphere ends, and space begins.
- Katy Perry’s song E.T. is about intergalactic love—maybe she manifested this journey long ago!
Final Thoughts
From dazzling on stage to floating in microgravity, Katy Perry’s upcoming space journey is the ultimate career high! Whether you’re a fan of her music or a space enthusiast, this mission is a landmark moment in history.
Would you ever take a trip to space if given the chance? Let us know in the comments!
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