Stranded Astronauts Finally Prepare For Returning Back To Earth While An ‘Alien’ Spotted On NASA’s Live Feed!

In a hilarious and unexpected moment, NASA’s live feed showed what appeared to be an “alien” onboard the astronauts International Space Station (ISS) just before a SpaceX capsule docked with the station. But as it turns out, this wasn’t an extraterrestrial visitor—it was simply a fun surprise courtesy of one of the astronauts on board. Here’s the story behind the viral moment and the events that led up to it.

The Unexpected Journey of Crew-9

Back in June of 2023, astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore launched to the ISS as part of NASA’s Crew-9 mission. Their mission was supposed to last only eight days, but things quickly took an unexpected turn. The spacecraft that was supposed to bring them back to Earth encountered significant issues, making it unsafe to return.

With no way to safely come home, Williams and Wilmore remained aboard the ISS, waiting for a new plan. Originally, they were scheduled to return in September, but that mission also fell through due to the lack of an emergency pod for other astronauts aboard the station. And so, they ended up spending an astonishing nine months in space—way longer than expected.

SpaceX to the Rescue

After nearly a year in space, NASA finally arranged for a SpaceX capsule to take over the mission and bring Crew-9 home. On March 14, 2025, a new capsule, carrying four astronauts from Crew-10, was launched to replace Williams and Wilmore.

This time, the return trip was set to be a success, and Crew-9’s long-awaited replacement was ready to take over. The plan was for Crew-9 to hand over their duties and head home shortly after the capsule’s arrival.

The “Alien” Moment

As the SpaceX capsule prepared to dock with the ISS on Sunday, March 16, 2025, something rather unexpected happened. NASA’s live feed, which was being broadcast to the public, showed what appeared to be an alien floating inside the ISS. The mysterious figure quickly gained attention from viewers, sparking speculation across social media. Was it an extraterrestrial being aboard the space station?

As it turns out, the “alien” was none other than Crew-9 commander Nick Hague, who had decided to lighten the mood with a bit of humor. While waiting for Crew-10 to arrive, Hague donned a grey alien mask, and with a black hoodie on, he floated around the ISS in true space explorer style. His playful antics had social media buzzing, as many found it to be a fun and amusing moment in the middle of a historic mission.

Crew-9 Hands Over to Crew-10

Despite the “alien” surprise, the mission went on smoothly. The SpaceX capsule successfully docked with the ISS, and Crew-10 was welcomed aboard. The Crew-9 astronauts, Williams and Wilmore, could be seen embracing their replacements and getting ready to return to Earth after their extended stay in space.

The Long-Awaited Return to Earth

After nearly nine months in space, Williams and Wilmore are finally preparing to return to Earth. They could be back as soon as Wednesday, March 19, 2025, completing a mission that turned out to be much longer than anyone could have predicted. Their journey back will mark the end of a remarkable adventure, but also a reminder of how unpredictable space missions can be.

A Fun Moment in Space History

While the “alien” moment may have been a lighthearted distraction, it also served as a reminder of the fun and camaraderie that astronauts share while on missions. Even in the vastness of space, humor can go a long way in keeping spirits high and making long-duration missions a little more enjoyable.

So, while we didn’t get an actual alien visit, we certainly got a memorable moment from one of NASA’s most unexpected and amusing space missions.