The patch for Blue Origin's star-studded NS-31 mission, which is scheduled to launch on April 14. (Image credit: Blue Origin)
Blue Origin is receiving some backlash ahead of its upcoming all-female spaceflight.
During a recent appearance on "TODAY with Jenna & Friends," actress Olivia Munn criticized the private spaceflight mission, questioning its value given the economic hardships facing many people in the U.S. and around the world.
Munn highlighted what she sees as the extravagance of the endeavor, pointing out that participants are reportedly receiving full glam preparations, and questioned the necessity and purpose of the 11-minute space expedition aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard vehicle, USA Today reported.
The patch for Blue Origin's star-studded NS-31 mission, which is scheduled to launch on April 14. (Image credit: Blue Origin)
Blue Origin is receiving some backlash ahead of its upcoming all-female spaceflight.
During a recent appearance on "TODAY with Jenna & Friends," actress Olivia Munn criticized the private spaceflight mission, questioning its value given the economic hardships facing many people in the U.S. and around the world.
Munn highlighted what she sees as the extravagance of the endeavor, pointing out that participants are reportedly receiving full glam preparations, and questioned the necessity and purpose of the 11-minute space expedition aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard vehicle, USA Today reported.