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Katy Perry Addresses Blue Origin Backlash, Receives Celebrity Apologies

The pop star reassured fans of her well-being after criticism of her spaceflight and tour, as Lily Allen and others reflect on their initial reactions.

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This handout photo from Blue Origin shows US singer Katy Perry upon return to Earth after a flight on Blue Origin New Shepard NS-31, which brought the passengers beyond the Karman line -- the internationally recognized boundary of space, in Van Horn, West Texas, April 14, 2025.
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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - 2025/04/26: A protester holds a 'Just stop spoiling our planet' placard with a picture of Katy Perry and other women who took part in the Blue Origin space flight, as Just Stop Oil activists pass through Parliament Square during their final protest. The climate group recently announced they will cease protest actions. (Photo by Vuk Valcic/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Overview

  • Katy Perry responded to criticism of her April 14 Blue Origin spaceflight, affirming she is 'OK' and sharing insights from her mental health journey.
  • The all-female NS-31 mission, which included Perry and five other women, faced backlash for being perceived as wasteful and performative.
  • Perry thanked fans for their support, including a Times Square billboard funded by her fanbase to celebrate her tour and spaceflight experience.
  • Some critics, like Lily Allen, have apologized for their earlier comments, citing internalized misogyny and acknowledging the undue focus on Perry.
  • Perry’s Lifetimes Tour continues globally, with space-themed visuals inspired by sci-fi films, which she clarified are unrelated to her spaceflight.