Reid Wiseman

Reid Wiseman is an American astronaut and the commander of NASA's Artemis II mission, which marked humanity's return to the Moon in April 2026. The mission successfully completed a lunar flyby, with the crew, including Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, praising the performance of the Orion spacecraft, particularly its heat shield. Wiseman shared a video of the crew's return to Earth, highlighting the significance of their journey. The mission achieved several milestones, including capturing new views of the Moon's far side and setting a new distance record for humanity. Following their triumphant return, the astronauts received a welcome home in Houston, reflecting on the profound experience of seeing Earth from deep space. Wiseman also recently participated in a poignant moment where a lunar crater was named in honor of his late wife, attended by his daughters.