Billionaire Jared Isaacman Makes History with Self-Funded Spacewalk

In a groundbreaking feat, American billionaire Jared Isaacman has become the first individual to fund their own spacewalk, spending millions of dollars on the historic endeavor. As part of the “Polaris Dawn” mission, Isaacman, 41, stepped out of the SpaceX Dragon capsule and into the vastness of space, marking a pioneering moment in private space exploration.

The spacewalk, considered one of the most perilous activities in adventure, was made possible through Elon Musk’s SpaceX, which offered the opportunity for a hefty sum. Isaacman, a pilot and founder of Shift4, declined to disclose the exact cost, but analysts estimate the price tag to be at least $55 million per person.

Accompanied by a crew of three, including mission pilot Scott Poteet, and SpaceX employees Sarah Gillis and Anna Menon, Isaacman embarked on a five-day journey aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The mission aims to test a new line of spacesuits, pushing the boundaries of space exploration.

As Isaacman exited the spacecraft, he exclaimed, “It’s beautiful,” expressing his hope for future generations to witness humans walking on the moon and Mars. The historic moment was met with celebration at Mission Control in Cape Canaveral, marking a significant milestone in private space travel.