As the world mourns the loss of David Bowie, the legendary musician’s impact has also been felt in space. British astronaut Tim Peake has posted tribute to the late icon all the way from the International Space Station, 220 miles above the Earth.
Peake wrote on Twitter following the news: “Saddened to hear David Bowie has lost his battle with cancer – his music was an inspiration to many”.
Saddened to hear David Bowie has lost his battle with cancer – his music was an inspiration to many. @DavidBowieReal
— Tim Peake (@astro_timpeake) January 11, 2016
Bowie found a long-running inspiration in the limitless concept of outer space, as well as its crushing solitude. His 1969 hit “Space Oddity” is undoubtedly the most popular, its haunting poignance and isolation having been covered countless times – including by Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield in 2013, which Bowie called “the most poignant version of the song ever created.”
“Goodbye Starman,” Hadfield tweeted following Bowie’s passing.
Ashes to ashes, dust to stardust. Your brilliance inspired us all. Goodbye Starman. pic.twitter.com/FbcxlAzces
— Chris Hadfield (@Cmdr_Hadfield) January 11, 2016
The news that Bowie has lost an 18-month battle with cancer was announced this morning. Remember the fallen star with a look back at his illustrious career, as well as his most remarkable film roles.
