On April 14, history was made when six remarkable women boarded Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket, marking the first all-female spaceflight since 1963. Among them was global superstar Katy Perry, whose journey captivated millions—not just because of her presence, but because of one simple item she brought with her: a daisy.
For years, Perry has spoken about her dream of going to space, even joking that she had to “sing among the stars.” True to her word, she performed What a Wonderful World while soaring 100 km above Earth, delighting fellow passenger Gayle King. The trip lasted just 11 minutes, but gave the crew magical seconds of weightlessness and an unforgettable view of the planet below.
When she landed safely back in Texas, Perry honored her daughter in a touching way—kissing the ground and raising her daisy to the sky. She described the experience as making her feel “super connected to life” and “deeply connected to love.”
The historic crew also included journalist Gayle King, philanthropist Lauren Sanchez, former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, and film producer Kerianne Flynn. This flight marked the first time since Soviet cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova’s solo mission in 1963 that only women traveled to space.
Meanwhile, Perry’s flight sparked a swirl of speculation online. Fans questioned whether her outfit choices hinted at a second pregnancy with fiancé Orlando Bloom. Some insisted it was a subtle reveal, while others debated whether it was just rumor.
Regardless of the gossip, Perry’s moment among the stars highlighted both the power of women making history and the scrutiny celebrity mothers often face. As one fan put it: “She just went to space and gave us hope—why can’t we just celebrate that?”
