Sally Ride

In 1983, Sally Ride shattered boundaries as the first American woman in space and the world’s third. Her feat remained an inspiration, and her identity as the pioneering LGBTQ astronaut came to light posthumously, adding to her remarkable legacy.

Sally Ride’s battle with pancreatic cancer ended her life, but her enduring love story with Tam O’Shaughnessy surfaced, spanning over 27 years. Together, they authored six critically acclaimed children’s books, solidifying Ride’s multifaceted legacy and contribution to science and literature.