In an unprecedented milestone, Katy Perry, alongside prominent figures such as Lauren Sanchez, Gayle King, Aisha Bowe, Amanda Nguyen, and Kerianne Flynn, is set to make history on the first all-women space flight since 1963, reflecting a significant leap for female representation in space exploration.
Katy Perry to Launch on Historic All-Women Space Flight with Blue Origin
Katy Perry to Launch on Historic All-Women Space Flight with Blue Origin
Pop superstar Katy Perry will embark on an extraordinary journey to space as part of an all-female crew aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket set for this spring.
Blue Origin plans to launch the mission, NS-31, in spring, allowing Perry to participate before her tour begins in late April. Travel duration is approximately 11 minutes, propelling passengers to the Karman line, while Sanchez leads the charge to empower women in exploration.
Blue Origin announced that pop sensation Katy Perry will be part of an extraordinary all-women flight aboard its New Shepard rocket, launching this spring. The "Firework" singer will join an esteemed crew, including Jeff Bezos's fiancée Lauren Sanchez, CBS presenter Gayle King, former NASA engineer Aisha Bowe, civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, and film producer Kerianne Flynn. This mission marks a significant moment in history, being the first all-women spaceflight since Valentina Tereshkova’s pioneering solo journey in 1963.
While an exact launch date has yet to be disclosed, Blue Origin's announcement indicates the flight will take place before Perry's Lifetime Tour kicks off on April 23 and runs until November. In a statement, Perry expressed her excitement and belief in the potential of this mission, as she stated, “If you had told me I’d be part of the first all-female crew in space, I would have believed you. Nothing was beyond my imagination as a child.”
The NS-31 mission represents the New Shepard rocket’s 11th human spaceflight and the 31st flight in the company’s history, with a total of 52 people having traveled to space thus far. The journey typically lasts around 11 minutes and is fully autonomous, taking passengers beyond the Karman line, which is recognized as the edge of space internationally.
Lauren Sanchez has played an instrumental role in uniting this remarkable team for the mission, emphasizing the importance of challenging perspectives about Earth and inspiring future generations. Sanchez initially announced her vision for the all-women crew in a Vogue interview, reflecting her commitment to empowering women through space exploration.
This flight follows a series of high-profile journeys to space, with celebrities including Jeff Bezos, Michael Strahan, and William Shatner having previously embarked on their own space travels. Meanwhile, entrepreneurial rival Elon Musk has yet to make his personal voyage into space.
As the space tourism industry continues to evolve, this flight embodies a pioneering spirit and dedication to fostering equality in exploration, paving the way for future generations of women adventurers in all sectors.
Blue Origin announced that pop sensation Katy Perry will be part of an extraordinary all-women flight aboard its New Shepard rocket, launching this spring. The "Firework" singer will join an esteemed crew, including Jeff Bezos's fiancée Lauren Sanchez, CBS presenter Gayle King, former NASA engineer Aisha Bowe, civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, and film producer Kerianne Flynn. This mission marks a significant moment in history, being the first all-women spaceflight since Valentina Tereshkova’s pioneering solo journey in 1963.
While an exact launch date has yet to be disclosed, Blue Origin's announcement indicates the flight will take place before Perry's Lifetime Tour kicks off on April 23 and runs until November. In a statement, Perry expressed her excitement and belief in the potential of this mission, as she stated, “If you had told me I’d be part of the first all-female crew in space, I would have believed you. Nothing was beyond my imagination as a child.”
The NS-31 mission represents the New Shepard rocket’s 11th human spaceflight and the 31st flight in the company’s history, with a total of 52 people having traveled to space thus far. The journey typically lasts around 11 minutes and is fully autonomous, taking passengers beyond the Karman line, which is recognized as the edge of space internationally.
Lauren Sanchez has played an instrumental role in uniting this remarkable team for the mission, emphasizing the importance of challenging perspectives about Earth and inspiring future generations. Sanchez initially announced her vision for the all-women crew in a Vogue interview, reflecting her commitment to empowering women through space exploration.
This flight follows a series of high-profile journeys to space, with celebrities including Jeff Bezos, Michael Strahan, and William Shatner having previously embarked on their own space travels. Meanwhile, entrepreneurial rival Elon Musk has yet to make his personal voyage into space.
As the space tourism industry continues to evolve, this flight embodies a pioneering spirit and dedication to fostering equality in exploration, paving the way for future generations of women adventurers in all sectors.
