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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Entertainment
J. Alas

Who Is Sally Ride's Life Partner Tam O'Shaughnessy? Age, Net Worth, And Did She Ever Marry Again After Astronaut's Death

Sally Ride

In a story that combines groundbreaking achievement with quiet devotion, Tam O'Shaughnessy stands out as the long-time partner of Sally Ride, the first American woman in space. Their relationship, kept hidden for decades, was publicly acknowledged only after Ride's death in 2012.

Today, O'Shaughnessy's life continues to reflect her dedication to science, education, and her enduring bond with Ride, as a new documentary titled 'Sally' seeks to tell the life story of America's first female astronaut. But who, exactly, is Tam O'Shaughnessy?

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