On Monday, rapper Azealia Banks took to social media to share a conspiracy theory about the Blue Origin space flight that sent the first all-female crew to space in nearly 60 years. Banks questioned the authenticity of the flight, claiming it was “fake” since the crew had returned in what she considered a short amount of time. Despite her doubts, the launch was successful, and the women aboard the New Shepard rocket, including singer Katy Perry, journalist Gayle King, and civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, experienced weightlessness after crossing the boundary into space.
The launch, which was livestreamed on Blue Origin’s website, marked the 11th human flight for New Shepard. The crew members shared emotional reactions post-flight, with Lauren Sánchez expressing pride in the team and Katy Perry highlighting the connection to love she felt during the journey. Witnesses on the ground, including Khloé Kardashian, also reported being moved by the rocket’s takeoff and landing.
While Banks’ conspiracy theory gained traction on social media, Blue Origin has not responded to requests for comment on the matter. Despite the skepticism, the successful mission and emotional reactions from the crew members and witnesses prove that the all-female spaceflight was a significant and impactful event that captured the attention and emotions of many onlookers.
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