From the Levi’s Archives: Sally Ride - Astronaut, Physicist, and Levi’s 501 Fan | Levi’s

Join us in celebrating the incredible journey of Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, as we mark the 40th anniversary of her groundbreaking achievement. Discover the role Levi’s® 501® jeans played in Sally’s life, representing confidence and freedom as she excelled in physics, tennis, and NASA training. Sally’s cherished Levi’s® 501® jeans provided the perfect fit, lasting comfort, and quality she needed. From her early days exploring the night sky to her university years and beyond, these jeans were by her side. When Sally learned about NASA’s search for astronauts, she seized the opportunity and became one of the 35 selected out of 8,000 applicants, carrying her trusty 501® jeans to rigorous training in New Mexico. On June 18th, 1983, Sally made history, shattering barriers and achieving greatness. Although her life was tragically cut short, her legacy lives on through Sally Ride Science, inspiring young women to pursue STEM studies. Join Levi’s® Histor