On April 14, 2025, Blue Origin's New Shepard launched an all-female crew, including Katy Perry and Gayle King, marking a historic milestone in space exploration and gender representation.
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Here are the first all-women crew who went to space:
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Katy Perry
Katy Perry brought a unique blend of music, femininity, and advocacy to space. She carried a daisy in her suit as a tribute to her daughter on her spcaeflight.
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Gayle King
CBS Mornings co-host King, overcoming her fear of flying, described the mission as amazing and emphasized its visibility for girls.
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Lauren Sánchez
Licensed helicopter pilot and media personality Sánchez organized the space flight, aiming to inspire women worldwide.
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Aisha Bowe
Aisha, the first Black woman with Blue Origin, advocates STEM diversity, empowering minorities in science and technology.
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Amanda Nguyen
Amanda, a Nobel Peace Prize nominee recognizes women's potential in history for the space mission. She has a NASA background in space biology.
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Kerianne Flynn
Flynn, a behind-the-scenes contributor in entertainment also became a part of Blue Origin space mission. She shows her support for humanitarian causes.
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