Retired American astronaut William Anders, known for being a member of the Apollo 8 crew, tragically lost his life at the age of 90 in a plane crash off the Washington coast. The vintage Air Force T-34 Mentor, owned by Anders, crashed into the waters near the San Juan Islands, with dramatic footage capturing the fiery nosedive. Anders' body was recovered after the crash, leaving his family devastated. Remembered for capturing the iconic 1968 "Earthrise" photo while on Apollo 8, Anders' contributions to the space program and government were significant. Senator Mark Kelly and former NASA Administrator Bill Nelson paid tribute to him, highlighting his impact on space exploration and humanity. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, leaving a void in the space and aviation community.