Space Flight Sparks Controversy

Katy Perry, journalist Lauren Sanchez, and news anchor Gayle King journeyed into space on Monday aboard Blue Origin’s New Shepard capsule for an 11-minute voyage that was initially celebrated as a landmark event.

However, the mission swiftly encountered substantial disapproval, not only from environmental advocates and prominent figures but also from unexpected sources, such as the fast-food chain Wendy’s.

Wendy’s Weighs In

Soon after the capsule’s landing, Wendy’s posted a cheeky remark on X (formerly Twitter) accompanying a photograph of Perry in her spacesuit, quipping, “Can we send her back.”

Kesha’s Response

Adding to the controversy, Kesha seemed to echo this sentiment by sharing a picture of herself smiling while enjoying a Wendy’s shake, a gesture swiftly interpreted by fans as a subtle jab at Perry.

Reportedly, Kesha’s action was deliberate. An insider revealed that Kesha believed Perry’s involvement in the mission conflicted with the theme of female empowerment, particularly given Perry’s recent collaboration with music producer Dr. Luke, whom Kesha had accused of sexual assault in 2014.

Despite Dr. Luke’s denial of the allegations and the resolution of a decade-long legal dispute in 2023 through a settlement, tensions between the two artists have persisted.

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The publication stated, “Kesha doesn’t think Katy should have been on that ship. Especially since she believes Perry working with Dr. Luke again was a betrayal of women everywhere.”

Adding fuel to the online fire, Perry’s participation, along with her dramatic return—which included kissing the ground and expressing her deep connection to “love and belonging”—triggered even more mockery.

It is important to note that various critics, including well-known personalities such as Emily Ratajkowski, Olivia Wilde, and Olivia Munn, condemned the mission as insensitive and wasteful in light of the prevailing environmental and economic challenges facing the world.