A historic space mission by Blue Origin, featuring an all-female crew that included singer Katy Perry, journalist Lauren Sánchez, host Gayle King, film producer Kerianne Flynn, NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, and civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, created a buzz on social media—but not all of it was positive.
While the space flight marked a significant moment in history, many celebrities raised concerns about how much money and resources were spent, questioning the purpose behind the journey.
Olivia Wilde Reacts with Sarcasm
Actress Olivia Wilde shared a meme of Katy Perry stepping out of the space capsule, jokingly calling it what a “commercial flight in 2025” might look like. She added a comment, “Billion dollars bought some good memes I guess,” hinting at how expensive the trip was for what seemed like a joyride.
Amy Schumer Joins In with Humor
Comedian Amy Schumer made a funny video pretending to be part of the space mission. She joked about joining the team last minute and poked fun at the name “space” itself, saying, “Were they like, ‘What should we call it? It’s got so much, like, space.’”
Emily Ratajkowski Criticizes the Mission
Model Emily Ratajkowski took a much harsher tone. She posted a video on TikTok calling the mission “end time stuff” and “beyond parody.” She said it’s wrong to talk about loving the Earth while flying in a spaceship created by companies that harm the planet. She added that so many resources were wasted on the flight “for what?”
Olivia Munn Calls It “Gluttonous”
Actress Olivia Munn was also not impressed. Speaking on a talk show, she said the mission felt wasteful. She questioned what the crew was actually doing in space that could benefit the world. She also pointed out the high costs, saying, “There are people who can’t even afford eggs,” while others are spending millions to go to space.
Kesha Throws Shade
Singer Kesha, who has had past issues with Katy Perry, shared a photo of herself drinking from a Wendy’s cup, on the same day Perry returned from space. Fast-food chain Wendy’s also jokingly tweeted, “Can we send her back?” after news broke of Perry’s return. This added a layer of personal tension to the space drama, especially considering Kesha and Perry’s history linked to producer Dr. Luke.
Crew Members Defend the Mission
Despite the criticism, the crew members stood firm. Gayle King responded during a press conference, saying that many young girls were inspired by the mission. She said, “People criticizing don’t really understand what this represents.”
Lauren Sánchez also shared her feelings. “I get really fired up when I hear this,” she said. “Come to Blue Origin and see the thousands of employees who care deeply about this mission. It’s not just a flight—it means a lot to them and the future.”
She invited critics to witness the hard work behind the scenes, adding, “It’s really eye-opening.”
Some Celebrities Showed Support
While some voices were critical, others cheered the mission. Oprah Winfrey, actor Orlando Bloom (Katy Perry’s husband), and celebrities Kris Jenner and Khloé Kardashian showed their support and pride in the historic achievement.
The all-women space mission by Blue Origin was a groundbreaking event that highlighted progress in both space travel and gender representation. However, it also sparked a bigger debate about wealth, priorities, and the value of such missions during challenging times on Earth. While some praised the mission’s symbolic importance, others raised questions about whether the resources could have been better used elsewhere. One thing is clear—this trip has started an important conversation.
