Arnold Schwarzenegger, Born 30 July 1947, is an Austrian-American actor, film producer, businessman, retired professional bodybuilder, and politician. He served as the 38th Governor of California from 2003 to 2011 and is known for his iconic roles in action films such as The Terminator series.

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Full NameArnold Alois Schwarzenegger
FatherGustav Schwarzenegger
MotherAurelia Jadrny
SiblingsMeinhard Schwarzenegger (Brother, deceased)
SpousesMaria Shriver (Married 1986–2017)
ChildrenKatherine Schwarzenegger, Christina Schwarzenegger, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Christopher Schwarzenegger, Joseph Baena
GrandparentsKarl Schwarzenegger, Cecilia Hinterleitner
Notable RelativesConnection to the Kennedy family through Maria Shriver
DateMilestone
July 30, 1947Born in Thal, Styria, Austria to Gustav and Aurelia Schwarzenegger.
1965Served in the Austrian Army to fulfill mandatory service.
1968Immigrated to the United States with little money and big dreams.
1970Won his first Mr. Olympia title at age 23, becoming the youngest-ever winner.
1982Starred in Conan the Barbarian, his breakout role.
1984Gained global fame with The Terminator (and the phrase "I'll be back").
April 26, 1986Married Maria Shriver, a journalist and member of the Kennedy family.
1989Became a father with the birth of Katherine Schwarzenegger.
1993Gained U.S. citizenship.
2003Elected as the 38th Governor of California.
2006Re-elected for a second term as Governor of California.
2011Publicly separated from Maria Shriver following revelations about an affair and a child (Joseph Baena).
2012Released his memoir, Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story.
OngoingActively supports environmental causes, after-school programs, and fitness initiatives globally.
Last modified: December 5, 2024