Kim Kardashian Questions Moon Landing and NASA Responds
Kim Kardashian has sparked yet another viral debate, but this time it’s not about beauty, business, or relationships.
Instead, the reality TV star has taken her curiosity beyond the stars — literally.
In a recent episode of Hulu’s The Kardashians, Kim questioned whether the 1969 moon landing was real. Her comments quickly caught the attention of NASA, and the agency’s response was as direct as it was educational.
Keep reading to find out!
Kim’s Surprising Claim on The Kardashians
In Thursday’s episode of The Kardashians, the 45-year-old billionaire was seen chatting with actress Sarah Paulson while filming Ryan Murphy’s upcoming drama series, All’s Fair. Between takes, Kim started sharing her thoughts about one of the most famous events in history — the Apollo 11 moon landing.
She looked at Paulson and said, “I’m sending you, like so far, a million articles — interviews — with both Buzz Aldrin and… the other one.” Referring to Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, Kim explained that she had stumbled upon interviews that made her question what really happened in 1969.
As her glam team worked around them, Kim continued reading from her phone: “This girl says, ‘What was the scariest moment?’ And [Aldrin] goes, ‘There was no scary moment, cause it didn’t happen. It could’ve been scary, but it wasn’t, ‘cause it didn’t happen.’”
Kim went on to tell Paulson that because Aldrin, now 95, is older, “he’s started making comments” that made her wonder whether the historic mission was staged. Then she dropped the line that set social media ablaze: “So I think it didn’t happen.”
Paulson’s Reaction and Kim’s Deep Dive into Conspiracies
While Paulson didn’t argue with Kim, she also didn’t endorse the idea. The Ratched star simply replied that she would one day do “a serious deep dive” into the subject. The clip ended with Kim admitting that she often sends Paulson “conspiracies all the time.”
But Kim didn’t stop there. Once the cameras cut and she was back in her trailer, she kept the discussion going with one of the show’s producers. “I don’t think we did. I think it was fake,” she said, repeating that Aldrin “says it all the time now, in interviews.”
Her comments immediately went viral online, drawing thousands of reactions from both fans and skeptics. Many couldn’t believe she doubted one of humanity’s most iconic achievements, while others defended her right to question things.
NASA Steps In With a Clear Message
It didn’t take long for NASA to respond — and the agency’s answer was crystal clear. Acting Administrator Sean Duffy took to X (formerly Twitter) to set the record straight. “Yes, @KimKardashian, we’ve been to the Moon before… 6 times!” he wrote.
Duffy, 54, also included a clip from the very episode where Kim made her comments. Alongside it, he highlighted the accomplishments of the Apollo 11 mission, reminding everyone that Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin truly did walk on the moon on July 20, 1969.
He added, “And even better: @NASAArtemis is going back under the leadership of @POTUS. We won the last space race and we will win this one too.”
The post quickly gained traction, with thousands of users liking, sharing, and commenting in support of NASA’s calm yet confident reply. For many, it was the perfect example of how science can politely shut down misinformation — even when it comes from one of the biggest celebrities on the planet.
Yes, @KimKardashian, we’ve been to the Moon before… 6 times!
— NASA Acting Administrator Sean Duffy (@SecDuffyNASA) October 30, 2025
And even better: @NASAArtemis is going back under the leadership of @POTUS.
We won the last space race and we will win this one too 🇺🇸🚀
🎥: Hulu pic.twitter.com/CkexEEPFSv
Kim’s Take: “They’re Gonna Say I’m Crazy No Matter What”
Despite NASA’s official clarification, Kim didn’t seem too concerned about the backlash.
In the episode, she brushed off any criticism and encouraged viewers to do their own research. “They’re gonna say I’m crazy no matter what. But like, go to TikTok. See for yourself,” she said.
Her comment about TikTok points to a growing trend — many social media users now turn to short clips and influencer opinions for information, even on serious historical topics. That has sparked concern among educators and scientists, who say online conspiracy theories often spread faster than facts.
NASA’s Legacy and the Future of Space Exploration
For NASA, this viral moment became an opportunity to remind the public of its accomplishments. The agency has completed six successful moon landings between 1969 and 1972 and continues to push the boundaries of space exploration.
Today, NASA’s Artemis program is preparing to send astronauts back to the lunar surface for the first time in over five decades. The mission aims to establish a long-term presence on the moon and eventually pave the way for human exploration of Mars.
As Duffy said, the United States won the first space race — and now, NASA is ready to lead the next one.
Final Thoughts
While Kim Kardashian’s moon landing comments may have been lighthearted or offhand, they’ve reignited a fascinating debate about science, trust, and how information spreads in the digital age.
NASA’s straightforward response served as a reminder that facts still matter, and that space exploration continues to inspire new generations, one viral moment at a time.
New episodes of The Kardashians stream Thursdays on Hulu.
