In a groundbreaking moment for space tourism, Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin launched an all-female celebrity crew into the final frontier! The star-studded lineup included none other than singer Katy Perry, journalist Gayle King, and Bezos' fiancée, Lauren Sanchez, who is a helicopter pilot.

This thrilling launch, taking place from West Texas, sent the New Shepard rocket soaring 66 miles (107 kilometers) up, where the crew experienced a few exhilarating minutes of weightlessness. Each celebrity brings their own flair, with Perry captivated by the breathtaking views of Earth below, reportedly breaking into a rendition of “What a Wonderful World” during the flight.

Sanchez deliberately chose her fellow cabin mates to inspire a generation, stating her intent was to empower both young girls and women everywhere. Alongside Perry and King, the mission also welcomed renowned individuals such as film producer Kerianne Flynn, former NASA engineer Aisha Bowe, and scientist Amanda Nguyen—all advocates for education and social causes.

The launch marked a monumental milestone, being the nation’s first spaceflight with women occupying every seat. This historic event is particularly significant when considering women continue to make up only 15% of the over 700 individuals who have ventured into space. Sanchez not only organized the crew but also commissioned custom flight suits for this momentous occasion.

Perry reflected afterward, emphasizing the collective energy of the mission: “It’s not about me. It’s about us.” The emotional event drew A-list celebs like Oprah Winfrey and Kris Jenner, who were seen cheering for their friends. Winfrey couldn’t hold back tears of joy as the crew celebrated their extraordinary journey.

Bezos welcomed the crew back on solid ground, embracing Sanchez as she emerged. Perry and King even knelt to kiss the Earth, with King joyfully exclaiming, “Oh my God, that was amazing!”

This isn’t Blue Origin’s first splash with celebrity passengers. The company previously sent ‘Star Trek’ legend William Shatner to space at age 90 and launched other high-profile figures including football star Michael Strahan. A diverse range of personalities, from TV hosts to entrepreneurs, have sought to experience this cutting-edge form of travel.

As we usher in this exciting new chapter of commercial spaceflight, the dream of becoming an astronaut is becoming more accessible than ever before. "In this exciting new era, the dream of becoming an astronaut is no longer limited to a select few,” noted billionaire voyager Chun Wang after an incredible polar flight.