The upcoming NS-31 mission will represent the New Shepard rocket's 11th human spaceflight and comes with an unprecedented mission profile. Blue Origin highlighted Lauren Sanchez’s pivotal role in organizing this initiative, which is designed to inspire future generations through empowering personal stories. The New Shepard flight, lasting around 11 minutes, will carry the crew past the Karman line, the recognized boundary of space. As space tourism gains momentum, Perry's participation shines a spotlight on women's roles in previously male-dominated fields.

This launch adds to the growing list of celebrities who have embarked on journeys into space, a trend that has made headlines in recent years with figures like Jeff Bezos, Michael Strahan, and William Shatner taking flight. The mission promises not just a physical journey but a symbolic leap toward gender equality in space exploration.