Cork woman joining Japanese billionaire on first civilian flight to moon

Crewmates include Grammy award-nominated music producer Steve Aoki, South Korean rapper TOP, Indian TV actor Dev Joshi and US natural life documentary filmmaker Brendan Hall.
Cork woman joining Japanese billionaire on first civilian flight to moon

Rhiannon Adam has beaten more than a million rivals to clinch a place on the first civilian trip to the moon (dearMoon/PA)

A London-based photographer has beaten more than a million rivals to clinch a place on the first civilian trip to the moon.

Rhiannon Adam, 37, who was born in Cork and is based in Hackney, is among eight artists and creatives picked by Japanese billionaire entrepreneur and art collector Yusaku Maezawa to be part of the journey.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited