Gayle King Set to Make History in All-Female Space Mission

Get ready to strap in your seatbelts, folks, because we’re talking about an out-of-this-world adventure! Renowned journalist Gayle King has her sight set on the stars and is ready to blast off to space. So buckle up, folks, because this is one wild ride!

Last year, King was buzzing with excitement over the launch of the New Shepard rocket, part of Blue Origin, the space venture dreamed up by Amazon’s own Jeff Bezos. Throw in his brother Mark, young flyer Oliver Damon, and the fabulous Wally Funk, and you’ve got quite the interstellar entourage!

Fast-forward to 2022, and King isn’t just cheering from the sidelines; she’s gearing up to take center stage on the 11th flight under the New Shepard program, dubbed the NS-31 mission. Why does this matter, you may ask? King will be part of the first all-women team readying for an astronomical adventure under Bezos’ banner. The big picture here is Bezos’ grand vision he’s been chasing since 2000—to create a future where millions can live and work in space in a bid to keep our blue planet sustainable.

King shared with Oprah Daily that this wasn’t a quick and easy decision. She sought advice from family, friends, doctors, and even those who’ve tread the path of the stars before her. Her dear friend, Oprah Winfrey, was among those who backed her next big leap!

What an amazing story, and what a milestone for women in the space exploration arena! Always remember, the sky’s not the limit, it’s only the beginning. Let’s wish Gayle King all the best and can’t wait to hear her incredible stories from the great beyond!