Not Armstrong But Aldrin
This sight took Brian Cox entirely by surprise. The scientific TV personality said in a video captured at the occasion, “It’s probably the most famous picture from the surface of the Moon, I would say.” He also mentioned a widespread misunderstanding about the photograph in question. “Many people say that’s Neil Armstrong,” he said. “But in fact, it’s you with Neil in the reflection.”
Not Armstrong But Aldrin
The Most Iconic Photo Ever
Cox said a lot more. He told Aldrin: “It’s probably the most iconic picture in human history.” The astronaut also took the time to discuss the photograph. “Neil’s such an excellent photographer,” Aldrin shared. “See, I was walking along like this,” Waggling two fingers to depict how he was walking at the time was his demonstration.
The Most Iconic Photo Ever
