Youngest American in Space
Hayley Arceneaux’s story is one for the book. Not only did she beat cancer at the age of 10, but the 29-year-old will also become the youngest American to visit space by the end of the year. While it was her dream to become an astronaut, having steel rods in her left leg meant she couldn’t achieve this dream.
However, an American billionaire Jared Issacman has chosen Hayley to be a crew member on the upcoming Inspiration4 Mission. Issacman hopes to raise $200 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through the event. As for Hayley, she’s beyond excited and hopes that her story will inspire all the children in the hospital where she works.