Apparently, cheating on wives was common in the astronaut scene. While the men of the Mercury Seven became celebrities, thousands of women would seek the attention of these astronauts.Oct 12, 2020

How many of the original astronauts get divorced?

Four Four of the marriages of the original seven astronauts ended in divorce. (One astronaut, Grissom, died in a launchpad accident in 1967.)

Do astronauts have wives?

These days, the women married to NASA's space travelers are astronauts themselves. The reality of the moment is finally sinking in. Karen Nyberg and Megan McArthur, two NASA astronauts, have spent years waiting for this mission.

Did Gordon Cooper’s wife leave him?

Yes. Like in the TV series, The Right Stuff true story reveals that Gordon Cooper had a prolonged affair with a married woman. In fact, his wife Trudy had left him four months prior to the astronaut selection process.

Was Gordon Cooper’s wife an astronaut?

Susan Taylorm. 1972–2004 Trudy Olsonm. 1947–1971 Gordon Cooper/Wife

Which astronaut cheated on his wife?

Alan Shepard, the first American to go to space, was accused of cheating on his wife on many occasions.

Who is still alive from the original 7 astronauts?

The four surviving Mercury 7 astronauts at a reception after Shepard's memorial service in 1998. Left to right: Glenn, Schirra, Cooper and Carpenter. All are since deceased.

Why are married couples not allowed in space?

NASA's official explanation for this regulation is that the presence of a married couple aboard a space mission could potentially become disturbing to the other astronauts.