Fri Apr 18 04:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Pop Star Katy Perry Faces Backlash After Brief Space Trip
**NEW YORK** — Pop star Katy Perry’s highly publicized, albeit short-lived, trip to space aboard a Blue Origin rocket has sparked a wave of criticism from media outlets and celebrities alike. The 11-minute flight, livestreamed for hours, saw Perry’s enthusiastic return greeted with mockery online.
Critics, including writers from Slate and The Atlantic, lambasted the event as a “dumb stunt” and an underwhelming spectacle for a multimillionaire. The extravagant display, featuring Perry’s dramatic “kissing the Earth” moment, was met with derision, contrasting sharply with the short duration of the flight.
The criticism extended beyond media commentary. Celebrities such as Olivia Wilde and Emily Ratajkowski joined the chorus of disapproval. Unexpectedly, even the Wendy’s Twitter account weighed in, sarcastically suggesting Perry be sent back to Earth. This seemingly odd intervention is viewed by some as a reflection of a long-standing lack of critical respect for Perry’s music career. The incident highlights the ongoing debate surrounding celebrity culture and the public’s perception of extravagant displays.
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