Six women, including pop sensation Katy Perry and Lauren Sanchez, fiancée of Jeff Bezos, recently embarked on a groundbreaking journey aboard Blue Origin’s New Shepard NS-31 spacecraft. Captured by the capsule’s camera, the group was seen joyfully somersaulting against the stunning backdrop of Earth, marking a significant moment in space travel history.
This remarkable all-female crew also included morning show icon Gayle King, former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, and film producer Kerianne Flynn. Their flight on Bezos’ own Blue Origin vehicle saw them soar past the Kármán line, the internationally recognized boundary defining the edge of space. This mission marked the first all-female spaceflight in over six decades, adding another layer of historical significance to the event.
During their brief but impactful journey, the women even had the unique experience of passing a pink moon. New footage from inside the capsule revealed touching moments, such as Perry proudly holding up a daisy she brought to space as a tribute to her four-year-old daughter. Bowe was also captured beaming as she displayed a patch representing the Bahamas, the dark expanse of space providing a dramatic contrast. Meanwhile, Flynn appeared mesmerized by the awe-inspiring view of Earth, while Nguyen could be seen smiling as she floated weightlessly within the capsule.
The group spent approximately three minutes in pure weightlessness, an experience they clearly relished before safely parachuting back to Earth and landing in Texas. The entire mission lasted a mere ten minutes and twenty-one seconds. Upon landing, the crew’s excitement was palpable as they reportedly screamed with joy once again.
For musical icon Katy Perry, the return from this history-making space mission was an emotional one. The “Roar” hitmaker appeared overwhelmed as she stepped out of the capsule, pausing to kiss the ground in a heartfelt gesture. Perry clutched the single daisy, explaining that it was a touching nod to her daughter, Daisy, whom she shares with actor Orlando Bloom. She further elaborated that she carried the flower into space because daisies are “strong,” “powerful,” and “resilient.”
The singer described the space mission as “the highest high” and excitedly announced her intention to create a song inspired by this extraordinary trip. Adding another musical dimension to the journey, it was later revealed that Perry sang Louis Armstrong’s iconic “What a Wonderful World” while in space, sharing the timeless melody with the vastness of the cosmos.
This mission not only represents a significant step forward in making space more accessible but also serves as an inspiration, highlighting the incredible achievements and aspirations of six women who dared to reach for the stars.
