The world was abuzz with excitement as a group of plastic surgery-obsessed celebrities and their entourage embarked on a journey to space. The lavish trip was a first for many of them, but they wasted no time in making the most of it. Nicknaming themselves “The Six Taking Up Space,” these female space tourists had the world watching with bated breath as they boarded the Blue Origin spacecraft. However, amid all the fanfare and media hype, one journalist couldn’t help but poke fun at the whole ordeal.
Megyn Kelly, the former Fox News anchor, took to social media to share her hilarious take on the Blue Origin girl ride. In a video posted on her Twitter account, she introduced her own version of the space flight called “Blonde Origin – Zero Gravity, Zero Clue.” The spoof video went viral in no time and has since left everyone in splits.
Kelly’s satirical approach to the extravagant space trip of “The Six Taking Up Space” captured the essence of what many were thinking but were too afraid to say. Her witty remarks and comical portrayal of the female space tourists struck a chord with the audience, making it clear that they too found the whole concept a bit absurd.
The video started with the group’s leader, Gayle King, dressed in a flashy space suit, giving a pep talk to her fellow space travelers. Kelly mimicked King’s over the top enthusiasm and urged the women to “take giant leaps for womankind” on their journey. As the spacecraft lifted off, Kelly noted that the “celebrities” were fixated on taking the perfect selfie and not paying attention to the gravity-defying experience around them.
Next in line was Lauren Sanchez, who Kelly dubbed the “future Mrs. Bezos,” referring to her rumored relationship with Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Kelly humorously pointed out how Sanchez seemed more concerned with updating her social media accounts than taking in the breathtaking views of Earth from space.
But it was Katy Perry’s appearance that had everyone in stitches. The pop star was seen floating around in zero gravity, struggling to keep her hair and makeup intact. Kelly quipped, “I’m not sure she’s ever been in zero gravity, or if she’s ever actually been on Earth.” The video ended with Kelly highlighting the group’s lack of space knowledge as they were unable to identify constellations and confusing a black hole with a waterproof mascara.
While some might argue that Kelly’s spoof was harsh, it’s hard to deny that there is an element of truth in her portrayal. The all-female space trip was indeed a spectacle, with little attention paid to the scientific significance of the journey. It seemed more like a PR stunt for the wealthy and famous, rather than a groundbreaking moment in space exploration.
But amid all the mockery and criticism, it’s important to note that the journey of “The Six Taking Up Space” was nothing short of a milestone for women in the field of science and technology. The fact that they were able to fund their own trip and make history in the process is undoubtedly commendable. However, it is also essential to acknowledge that the focus on their fame and appearance overshadowed their achievements.
The Blue Origin girl ride may have served its purpose of inspiring more women to pursue careers in the STEM fields. Still, as Megyn Kelly’s spoof showed, it also highlighted the shallow nature of our society, where plastic surgery and celebrity status seem to hold more weight than intellect and expertise.
In the end, whether one chooses to see the “Six Taking Up Space” as trailblazers or just another group of famous people indulging in their whims, it cannot be denied that the journey sparked conversations and debates about the role of women in space exploration. And for that, we should all be grateful.
