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NASA astronaut 'stranded' in space for nine months reveals what kept him going while waiting to be rescued

Butch Wilmore was at the International Space Station for 286 days

Niamh Shackleton

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Niamh Shackleton

Niamh Shackleton is an experienced journalist for UNILAD, specialising in topics including mental health and showbiz, as well as anything Henry Cavill and cat related. She has previously worked for OK! Magazine, Caters and Kennedy.

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NASA astronaut 'stranded' in space for nine months reveals what kept him going while waiting to be rescued

Butch Wilmore was at the International Space Station for 286 days

NASA astronaut 'stranded' in space for nine months reveals what kept him going while waiting to be rescued

Butch Wilmore was at the International Space Station for 286 days

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