Former astronaut William Anders, known for capturing the iconic "Earthrise" photo during the Apollo 8 mission in 1968, tragically lost his life in a plane crash in Washington state. Anders was piloting the aircraft alone when it crashed into the waters off the San Juan Islands. The incident has shocked the space and aviation communities, as Anders was a highly respected figure in both fields. His contribution to space exploration, particularly through his famous photograph of Earth from space, will always be remembered.