Sally Kristen Ride (May 26, 1951 – July 23, 2012) was an American astronaut and physicist. Born in Los Angeles, she joined NASA in 1978, and in 1983 became the first American woman in space. She was the third woman in space overall.
| Name | Sally Ride |
|---|---|
| Also Known As | Sally Kristen Ride , Sally K. Ride |
| Birthday | 1951-05-26 |
| Deathday | 2012-07-23 |
| Gender | Female |
| Place of Birth | Los Angeles, California, USA |
