We All Knew the Katy Perry-Lauren Sanchez Space Flight Would Be Stupid. But Not This Stupid.
Briefly

The article critiques the recent all-female space trip featuring Katy Perry, Gayle King, and Lauren Sánchez, calling it a distasteful event that lacked significant depth. The author emphasizes the underwhelming nature of the trip, which only lasted 11 minutes, yet was presented with excessive hype. Katy Perry's actions during the flight, such as promoting her concert, are questioned as overly extravagant and disconnected from reality. Ultimately, the piece portrays the event as a commentary on celebrity culture and the excessive nature of such public displays.
Perry's space trip exemplified a new level of tastelessness, showcasing not just a lack of relevance but a disconnect with the audience's sentiments.
The flight's world-historical significance lies in its overwhelming character of being not just underwhelming in duration but in cultural impact, leaving an indelible mark on viewers.
Read at Slate Magazine
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