Chuck Yeager married actress Victoria Scott D'Angelo

In August 2003, the legendary test pilot Chuck Yeager married actress Victoria Scott D'Angelo, a union that began after they met on a hiking trail in Nevada County in 2000. Their relationship, however, was marred by controversy. Yeager's children alleged that D'Angelo, who is significantly younger than Yeager, had ulterior motives for marrying their father, claiming she was primarily interested in his wealth. This led to a bitter dispute that escalated into litigation, with accusations flying in both directions. Yeager's children accused D'Angelo of exerting 'undue influence' over their father, while Yeager countered by alleging that his children were attempting to divert millions of dollars from him. The legal battle culminated in a ruling by the California Court of Appeal in August 2008, which favored Yeager, affirming the legitimacy of his marriage to D'Angelo. Despite the challenges they faced, Yeager and D'Angelo maintained their innocence regarding the allegations, emphasizing their commitment to each other amidst the turmoil.