Heroic Astronaut Jim Lovell Retires from Space Exploration, Dies at 97
Hero of space exploration Jim Lovell, who safely guided the Apollo 13 crew back to Earth, died . Lovell's career spanned more than three decades, including as a fighter pilot and an astronaut, with his greatest triumph leading the crippled Apollo 13 spacecraft and its crew back to Earth safely. His incredible story was immortalized in the blockbuster movie "Apollo 13", highlighting his resilience and leadership. NASA Administrator Bill Nelson honored his memory, stating "Jim Lovell’s willingness to explore and embrace the unknown created history. His brilliance as an engineer and determination to succeed in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds solidified him as a national hero.
