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Wendy’s Defends Mockery of Katy Perry’s Spaceflight Without Apology

The fast-food chain cites its 'spicy' social media tone while expressing respect for Perry, as criticism of its posts and the Blue Origin mission continues.

This handout photo from Blue Origin shows US singer Katy Perry kissing the ground 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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INGLEWOOD, CA - AUGUST 27: Katy Perry backstage during the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards at The Forum on August 27, 2017 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Christopher Polk/MTV1617/Getty Images for MTV)

Overview

  • Wendy’s sparked backlash with tweets mocking Katy Perry’s participation in Blue Origin’s all-female spaceflight, including a post saying, 'Can we send her back.'
  • The company issued a statement reiterating its 'spicy' social media style but stopped short of apologizing, instead expressing 'a ton of respect' for Perry’s talent.
  • Critics, including a source close to Perry, condemned Wendy’s posts as 'blatantly inappropriate' and accused the brand of using its platform to demean women.
  • The Blue Origin NS-31 flight, which featured Perry and five other women, has faced broader criticism over its environmental impact and perceived trivialization of space exploration.
  • Supporters of the mission, including Gayle King, highlighted its historic significance as the first all-female crewed spaceflight since 1963 and its aim to inspire women in STEM fields.