NASA dismisses Kim Kardashian’s claim that Moon landing was fake<br>

By Manisha Sahu — America News World
November 01, 2025

In a striking public rebuke, the American space agency NASA has dismissed claims made by reality star Kim Kardashian that the historic Moon landing in 1969 never happened. The debate — which began with comments aired on the Hulu series The Kardashians — has reignited discussion about the legacy of lunar exploration, the credibility of space science and the significance of upcoming lunar missions.

Kim Kardashian smiles for photographers as she arrives at the premiere of the TV series All’s Fair. (AP Photo)

Kardashian’s claim and NASA’s swift response

During a recent episode of The Kardashians, Kim Kardashian told co-star Sarah Paulson that she believed the 1969 Moon landing “didn’t happen”, citing an online video she claimed featured astronaut Buzz Aldrin saying, “There was no scary moment because it didn’t happen.” According to the segment, Kardashian told a producer: “I centre conspiracies all the time … I think it was fake.”

In response, NASA’s acting administrator Sean Duffy took to X (formerly Twitter) and wrote, “Yes, @KimKardashian, we’ve been to the Moon before … 6 times!” pointing out that NASA’s six crewed lunar landings were real.

The agency explicitly rejected Kardashian’s assertions and reaffirmed the legitimacy of the Apollo program’s landings from 1969 to 1972.

The facts: Six real landings & legacy missions

i) According to public records, NASA’s Apollo program marked six successful crewed landings on the Moon between 1969 and 1972.

ii) The first was Apollo 11 on 20 July 1969, when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on the Moon.

iii) The missions progressed through Apollo 12, 14, 15, 16 and culminated with Apollo 17 in December 1972.

iv) NASA maintains detailed logs and transcripts of lunar surface operations, including the “Apollo Lunar Surface Journal.”

v) By emphasising the number “6 times,” Duffy underscored the scientific and archival depth behind the lunar landings.

Why the confusion survived and how it resurfaces

While NASA’s lunar achievements are well-documented, conspiracy theories about Moon-landing hoaxes have circulated for decades. The Reuters report notes that Kardashian was influenced by a video of Buzz Aldrin appearing to say “it didn’t happen” when asked about the scariest moment of the journey. In context, Aldrin paused and said: “It didn’t happen. It could have been scary.” His actual intent was to suggest that no single moment stood out as scary.

Such misinterpretations of quotes, combined with the viral nature of online conspiracy videos, help fuel doubt — even when the historical record is robust. NASA pointed out that these mis-quotes do not undermine the profound weight of archival evidence.

The broader stakes: Why it matters

The question isn’t merely academic. The Moon landing represents one of humanity’s most audacious achievements. For NASA, reinforcing its credibility is crucial as it pursues the next great leap: the Artemis program, which aims to return astronauts to the lunar surface and beyond.

If public trust in NASA wanes, especially in the face of celebrity‐endorsed doubt, there may be broader implications:

– Reduced public support for space exploration funding levels

– A weakened platform for scientific outreach and education

– A blow to the agency’s ability to frame the Moon and Mars missions as compelling to future generations

– By speaking out, NASA isn’t just defending history — it’s trying to preserve its narrative and future momentum.

What’s next for NASA and the Moon?

NASA is preparing for its next major step. Under the Artemis programme, the agency plans a crewed lunar orbit (and eventually a landing) as part of the drive toward sustainable human presence and Mars exploration.

In that context, reaffirming the authenticity of past missions strengthens NASA’s case: if we did it before, we can (and will) do it again.

Final word

While celebrity commentary such as Kim Kardashian’s may attract eyeballs, the weight of scientific, historical and archival evidence supports NASA’s statement: yes, the Moon landings happened — six times — and they remain key milestones for humanity. As we stand on the cusp of a new lunar era, keeping that legacy intact matters.

— Manisha Sahu