In the latest chapter of celebrity shenanigans, we find Katy Perry and her fellow “astronauts” floating through a sea of Internet ridicule after their so-called space mission with Blue Origin. Now, let’s be clear. We’re not talking about real, orbit-breaking, fiery, heroic endeavors here. This was more like a fancy, high-altitude roller coaster ride, or maybe a big birthday balloon that decided it wanted a higher view of the horizon. Why? Because they didn’t really reach outer space, folks. They just kind of went up and came back down in a quick aerial loop-de-loop that let them feel weightless for a few thrilling moments.
The big hubbub started when this brave band of not-quite space trekkers, including the ever-vocal Lauren Sanchez, made their gallant “journey” aboard Blue Origin. Alongside Katy were none other than TV royalty Gayle King and the mission’s crew leader, Lauren Sánchez. The grand outing was meant to inspire us Earth-bound peasants, but it seems the only thing it inspired was a wild, Internet-fueled roast. These astronauts returned to solid ground, greeted not with a hero’s welcome but with glares and giggles about their excursion beyond the Kármán line, which is the recognized boundary of space.
Blue Origin’s own media and YouTube covered this 11-minute escapade, which was broadcast like we were finally going to see the meaning of life, but what they delivered felt more like the halftime show of a high school basketball game. Viewers weren’t fooled. Criticism rained down like space debris, pointing out how this entire escapade seemed tone-deaf and more than a little embarrassing, especially during times when many are focused on down-to-earth problems rather than billionaire space tourism.
But the saga doesn’t end there, dear reader. Oh no, Katy Perry took another hit when she announced the cancellation of two major concerts in Mexico. Unbeknownst to her team, the stadium they booked wasn’t even built yet. Imagine the surprise! Some folks online hinted this was simply a convenient dodge for lackluster ticket sales, but Katy assured her fans great things would still come their way. Perhaps her trusty spacecraft could ferry her directly to their doorsteps next time, since she’s now an “official” spaceman… or woman… or whatever you’d call it.
As the Internet burns bright with memes and commentary, the underlying message rings clear: People are fed up with this brand of out-of-touch celebrity stunts. While the real heroes—like those involved with SpaceX and their actual space-saving missions—continue their work with far less fanfare, the public looks on with weary eyes at these high-profile antics. So, here we are, with Katy and her crew now back on Earth, facing a reality where their lofty titles and extravagant escapades hold about as much weight as a soap bubble in a hurricane.
