Apollo 8 Astronaut William Anders Dies at 90 in Plane Crash

Anders, known for capturing the iconic 'Earthrise' photo, had a distinguished career in space exploration and beyond.

William Anders took the famous 'Earthrise' photograph during the Apollo 8 mission in 1968.
The image contributed to a global shift in perspective on Earth's fragility and beauty.
Anders had a significant post-NASA career, including roles in government and the aerospace industry.
He served as the first chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and was an ambassador to Norway.
Anders continued to fly planes and participate in air shows until his death.