Last updated on: January 29, 2024
Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger is a well-known Austrian-American actor, businessman, filmmaker, retired professional bodybuilder, and politician who served as the 38th governor of California from 2003 to 2011. He was born on July 30, 1947, in Thal, Styria, Austria, to Aurelia Schwarzenegger and Gustav Schwarzenegger, the local police chief. Schwarzenegger started lifting weights at 15 and won the Mr. Universe title at 20 and seven Mr. Olympia titles.
Schwarzenegger is also known for his successful acting career, starring in blockbuster action movies and earning international fame. He has appeared in over 40 films and also ventured into directing and producing. In addition to his film career, Schwarzenegger is also a successful businessman and has been involved in various environmental and philanthropic activities.
As of December 2024, Arnold Schwarzenegger is 77 years and 4 months old, his estimated net worth is $450 million, and he stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches (189 cm or 1.89 m) tall.
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Bio/Wiki
Full Name
Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger
Nickname
Amie, The running man
Profession
Actor, Producer, Director, Bodybuilder, Investor, Businessman, Politician, Author, and Entrepreneur
Career
Debut
Movie
Hercules in New York (1969)
Best Known for
The Terminator, Predator, Commando, True Lies.
Awards
Golden Globe Award
Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards
MTV Movie Award
Mr. Olympia
Mr. Universe.
Saturn Awards
Personal Profile and Background Details
Date of Birth
30 July 1947
Age
As of today, Arnold Schwarzenegger is 77 years, 4 months, and 22 days old.
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Zodiac sign
Leo
Signature
Nationality
American, Austrian
Birth Place
Thal, Austria
Residence
Brentwood, Los Angeles, Thal, Austria
School / College / University
Unknown
Religion
Roman-Catholic
Race / Ethnicity
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s ancestry is primarily Austrian, with some indications of Czech heritage from his paternal grandmother. He was born in Thal, Styria, Austria, and later became a naturalized American citizen.
Food Habits
Non-vegetarian
Hobbies
Bodybuilding, Horseback riding, Scuba riding, skiing, Collecting Arts, Motorcycle riding.
Tattoo
No tattoos.
Physical Attributes and Measurements
Height
- In feet: 6′ 2″
- In Centimetres: 188 cm
- In meters: 1.88 m
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Weight
- In kilograms: 113 kg
- In Pounds: 249 lbs
Body Measurements
- Chest Size: 48″
- Biceps Size: 12″
- Waist Size: 36″
Shoe size
14 US
Eye color
Blue
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Family
Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger was born on July 30, 1947, in Thal, near Graz, Austria. He was raised, along with his older brother Meinhard, in the tiny village of Thal, just outside of Graz.
Arnold Schwarzenegger was married to Maria Shriver, a journalist, and author, from 1986 to 2011. They have four children together: Katherine, Christina, Patrick, and Christopher.
Arnold Schwarzenegger has a son named Joseph Baena, born in 1997, whom he fathered with his former housekeeper, Mildred Patricia Baena, while he was still married to Maria Shriver.
Katherine Schwarzenegger, born on December 13, 1989, is the oldest of Arnold and Maria’s children. She is an author and married actor Chris Pratt in 2019. Christina Schwarzenegger was born on July 23, 1991. Patrick Schwarzenegger, born on September 18, 1993, is an actor and entrepreneur. Christopher Schwarzenegger, born on September 27, 1997, is the youngest of Arnold and Maria’s children.
Wife
Maria Shriver (1986–2011)
Father
Mother
Siblings
Meinhard Schwarzenegger (Brother)
Children
Joseph Baena (Son) (Born on 2 Oct 1997)
Christopher Schwarzenegger (Son) (Born on 27 September 1997)
Patrick Schwarzenegger (Son) (Born on 18 December 1993)
Katherine Schwarzenegger (Daughter) (Born on 13 December 1989)
Christina Schwarzenegger (Daughter) (Born on 23 July 1991)
Relationship & More
Marital Status
In a relationship with Heather Milligan
Marriage Date
26 April 1986
Girlfriend and dating history
Maria Shriver (1986–2011)
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver were a high-profile couple with a complicated history. They were married in 1986 and had four children together: Katherine, Christina, Patrick, and Christopher. In 2011, news broke that Schwarzenegger had fathered a child with their housekeeper, Mildred Baena, and two months later, Shriver filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences. The divorce was not finalized until 2021, over ten years later.
Schwarzenegger and Shriver’s relationship was not without its challenges. They faced infidelity rumors early on in their relationship, with Schwarzenegger reportedly dating another woman while still seeing Shriver. In fact, Schwarzenegger was in an open relationship with another woman, Barbara Outland Moray, when he met Shriver and continued to date both women at the same time for a period of time.
Mildred Patricia Baena (1996–1997)
Arnold Schwarzenegger had a secret affair with his housekeeper, Mildred Patricia Baena, in 1996, during which time their indiscretions happened only a “few” times. Mildred Baena gave birth to their son, Joseph Baena, in 1997, while Arnold was still married to his wife, Maria Shriver. Until 2011, Mildred had claimed that the boy was the son of her now ex-husband, Rogelio Baena. However, after the revelation of the affair, Arnold admitted to fathering the child and announced his separation from Maria Shriver. Arnold and Maria Shriver filed for divorce in July 2011. Arnold remains close to Joseph, who is now an adult. Mildred Baena worked for Arnold Schwarzenegger for 20 years as a housekeeper, during which time they developed a romantic bond.
Vanessa Williams (1995) (Rumor)
Gigi Goyette (1989–1996)
Rachel Ticotin (1989)
Brigitte Nielsen (1984–1985)
Eleanor Mondale (1979)
Heather Milligan (2013–Present)
Arnold Schwarzenegger has been dating Heather Milligan since 2013. In September 2013, the two were first seen kissing on the streets of Santa Monica.
Heather Milligan is a physical therapist who shares Arnold’s passion for fitness and was seen traveling the world with him prior to the pandemic.
Their relationship is nearly ten years old. In 2021, the couple was spotted at Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, with Arnold’s sons Patrick and Christopher. They were also seen together in 2021 at a climate summit in Arnold’s native Austria.
Favorite Things
- Favorite Perfume – Guerlain Vetiver
- Book – He Likes To Study biography And history books
- Favorite Game – Football
- Color – Red
- Favorite food – Steak
- Cigar – Cohiba, Punch, Davidoff
- Favorite Exercise – Bent- Over rows
- Movie – E.t The Extra-Terrestrial, Gone With the Wind, Dirty Harry, Rambo Film Series
Net Worth 2024
$450 million
As of December 2024, it’s estimated that Arnold Schwarzenegger has a net worth of about $450 million, based on information from different reliable sources. Arnold Schwarzenegger earned money from various sources.
Using the money he earned from bodybuilding for a down payment on an apartment block, Arnold Schwarzenegger made his first million dollars through real estate investment. He continued to invest in real estate and has amassed considerable wealth.
In addition to real estate, Arnold Schwarzenegger earned money through his successful acting career, starring in action blockbusters such as “Terminator,” “Predator,” “Total Recall,” and “True Lies.” According to reports, Schwarzenegger earned anywhere from $12,000 to $35 million per film, with “Twins” in 1988 earning him the most money ever.
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Net worth Growth
Net worth in 2023 | $440 million |
Net worth in 2022 | $410 million |
Net worth in 2021 | $380 million |
Net worth in 2020 | $350 million |
Net worth in 2019 | $330 million |
Salary (approx.)
Yearly Salary | $24 million |
Monthly Salary | $2 million |
Weekly Salary | $500 thousand |
Salary per movie | $15 million |
Car collection
Arnold Schwarzenegger has a remarkable car collection worth over $4 million.
Among his collection, some of the most notable vehicles include the Dodge Challenger SRT8, Hummer H1, Tesla Roadster, Bentley Arnage, Bentley Continental GTC, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Audi R8, and Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet. His Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is considered one of the best cars in his collection, having earned classic status despite being produced only around 10 years ago. Schwarzenegger is also known to have a passion for military-style vehicles and owns a military-style Hummer H1, Mercedes-Benz Unimog, Hummer H1 Slant Back, and an ex-military Dodge M37.
In addition to the above-listed cars, Schwarzenegger also has a 1982 Excalibur Phaeton, M47 Patton Tank, a Custom Kreisel Electric G500, and a Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz in his collection. He has also owned a 2015 Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Roadster, which reportedly cost him $1.9 million.
- Dodge Challenger SRT8
- Hummer H1
- Tesla Roadster
- Bentley Arnage
- Bentley Continental GTC
- Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
- Audi R8
- Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet
- 1982 Excalibur Phaeton
- M47 Patton Tank
- Kreisel Electric G500
- Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz
- 2015 Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Roadster
House
In Los Angeles, California’s Pacific Palisades district, Arnold Schwarzenegger owns a mansion. Its style is Mediterranean. The mansion is 14,500 square feet in size and has 10 bathrooms. More than 2.5 acres surround it. The mansion is of $21 million.
Pets
Schwarzenegger also owns a few unique pets that roam around his property. These include a miniature horse named Whiskey and a donkey named Lulu.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Facts
- Arnold Schwarzenegger was born on July 30, 1947, near Graz, Austria, to Gustav Schwarzenegger and Aurelia.
- He was already a self-made millionaire at 22 years old before appearing in his first movie. He used what he learned in school to invest his bodybuilding contest winnings in real estate and to market gym equipment and exercise supplements.
- Schwarzenegger is known for being the world’s top bodybuilder, winning Mr. Olympia seven times between 1970 and 1980].
- His roles in “The Terminator,” “Predator,” and “Total Recall” made him famous.
- From 2003 to 2011, Arnold Schwarzenegger was California’s governor.
- He has also been involved in philanthropic work, including founding the After-School All-Stars program and the Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy.
- Schwarzenegger was married to Maria Shriver, a journalist, and member of the Kennedy family, for over 25 years before they separated in 2011.
- In addition to English, Schwarzenegger also speaks German and has worked as a translator.
- Schwarzenegger has supported initiatives to lower greenhouse gas emissions and actively promoted environmentalism.
- He had a congenital bicuspid aortic valve replacement in 1997 due to his heart condition.
Movies and TV Shows
All Movies List
Release Year |
Movie Name |
Role |
1970 | Hercules in New York | Hercules |
1973 | The Long Goodbye | Hood in Augustine’s Office |
1976 | Stay Hungry | Joe Santo |
1979 | The Villain |
“Handsome Stranger”
|
1979 | Scavenger Hunt | Lars |
1982 | Conan the Barbarian | Conan the Barbarian |
1984 | Conan the Destroyer |
Conan the Destroyer
|
1984 | The Terminator | Terminator |
1985 | Red Sonja | Lord Kalidor |
1985 | Commando |
Colonel John Matrix
|
1986 | Raw Deal |
Sheriff Mark Kaminsky / Joseph P. Brenner
|
1987 | Predator | Major Alan “Dutch” Schaefer |
1987 | The Running Man |
Captain Benjamin Stuart “Ben” Richards
|
1988 | Red Heat |
Captain Ivan Danko
|
1988 | Twins |
Julius Benedict
|
1990 | Total Recall | Douglas “Doug” Quaid / Agent Carl Hauser |
1990 | Kindergarten Cop |
Detective John Kimble
|
1991 | Terminator 2: Judgment Day | The Terminator |
1993 | Dave | Himself |
1993 | Last Action Hero | Detective Jack Slater / Himself / Hamlet |
1993 | Beretta’s Island | Himself |
1994 | True Lies |
Agent Harry Tasker / Harry Rehnquist
|
1994 | Junior |
Dr. Alexander “Alex” Hesse
|
1996 | T2-3D: Battle Across Time | The Terminator |
1996 | Eraser |
U.S. Marshal John “Eraser” Kruger
|
1996 | Jingle All the Way |
Howard Langston / Turbo-Man
|
1997 | Batman & Robin | Dr. Victor Fries / Mr. Freeze |
1999 | End of Days |
Detective Jericho Cane
|
2000 | The 6th Day | Adam Gibson / Adam Gibson Clone |
2002 | Collateral Damage |
Captain Gordon “Gordy” Brewer
|
2003 | Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines | Terminator |
2003 | The Rundown | Bar Patron |
2004 | Around the World in 80 Days | Prince Hapi |
2005 | The Kid & I | Himself |
2010 | The Expendables | Trent “Trench” Mauser |
2012 | The Expendables 2 |
Trent “Trench” Mauser
|
2013 | The Last Stand |
Sheriff Ray Owens
|
2013 | Escape Plan |
Emil Rottmayer / Victor X. Mannheim
|
2014 | Sabotage |
Agent John “Breacher” Wharton
|
2014 | The Expendables 3 |
Trent “Trench” Mauser
|
2015 | Maggie | Wade Vogel |
2015 | Terminator Genisys | Terminator / Guardian |
2017 | Aftermath | Roman Melnyk |
2017 | Wonders of the Sea 3D | Himself – Narrator |
2017 | Killing Gunther | Robert “Gunther” Bendik |
2018 | The Game Changers | Himself |
2019 | Viy 2: Journey to China | Captain James Hook |
2019 | Terminator: Dark Fate | T-800 / Carl |
2023 | Kung Fury 2 | “The President” |
All TV Shows List
Release Year |
Show Name |
Role |
1974 | Happy Anniversary and Goodbye | Rico |
1977 | The Streets of San Francisco | Josef Schmidt |
1977 | The San Pedro Beach Bums | Muscleman |
1980 | The Jayne Mansfield Story | Mickey Hargitay |
1990 | Tales from the Crypt | X-Con / Himself |
1992 | Christmas in Connecticut | Man in Chair in Front of Media Truck |
1992 | Lincoln | John George Nicolay |
2002–2003 | Liberty’s Kids | Baron Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben |
2014–2016 | Years of Living Dangerously | Himself |
2015 | Two and a Half Men | Lieutenant Wagner |
2015 | Epic Rap Battles of History | Terminator Announcer |
2015 | Terminator Genisys: The YouTube Chronicles | Terminator |
2017 | The New Celebrity Apprentice | Himself – Host |
2019 | Chad Goes Deep | Himself |
2021 | Superhero Kindergarten | Arnold Armstrong / Captain Fantastic |
2022 | Little Demon | Game Show Host |
2023 | FUBAR | Luke Brunner |
FAQs
How many times did Arnold win Mr. Olympia?
Arnold Schwarzenegger won Mr. Olympia seven times. He won the title from 1970 to 1975, and then again in 1980.
Why is Arnold famous for bodybuilding?
Arnold Schwarzenegger is famous for bodybuilding because he won Mr. Olympia seven times, and became the world's most famous bodybuilder during an incredible stretch of success in the 1970s. He popularised bodybuilding and inspired many to lift weights.
Was Arnold Schwarzenegger a soldier?
Arnold Schwarzenegger served in the Austrian Army in 1965. However, he was not a soldier in the sense of being part of the regular army. He had to finish a year of compulsory military service, which he did when he was 18 years old.
At what age did Arnold Schwarzenegger become a millionaire?
Arnold Schwarzenegger became a millionaire at the age of 22, through his various business ventures such as real estate, bodybuilding seminars, and promotions. He used the money he earned from these ventures to invest in more real estate, which helped him to accumulate his wealth.
How powerful was Arnold Schwarzenegger?
Arnold Schwarzenegger was a powerful bodybuilder with a world-class physique. He was known for his incredible strength and size and was able to lift very heavy weights. While it is not clear what his heaviest lift was, he was able to bench press over 500 pounds and squat over 700 pounds in his prime.
What is Arnold's net worth?
As of 2024, his net worth is $450 million.
What is the highest-grossing movie in Arnold Schwarzenegger's career?
The highest-grossing movie in Arnold Schwarzenegger's career is Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991). The movie was directed by James Cameron and starred Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Edward Furlong, and Robert Patrick. It grossed $204.84M in the United States and $520.9 million worldwide