History of Arnold Schwarzenegger in Timeline
Arnold Schwarzenegger is an Austrian-American icon known for his achievements in bodybuilding, acting, and politics. Rising to prominence as a professional bodybuilder, he won multiple Mr. Universe and Mr. Olympia titles. He transitioned to acting, becoming a major action film star in movies like "Terminator" and "Predator." Schwarzenegger then entered politics, serving as the 38th Governor of California from 2003 to 2011. His career showcases a unique blend of physical prowess, entertainment success, and political influence.
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1922: Birth of Aurelia Jadrny
In 1922, Aurelia Jadrny, who later became Arnold Schwarzenegger's mother, was born.
1938: Gustav Schwarzenegger Joins Nazi Party
In 1938, after the Anschluss, Gustav Schwarzenegger, Arnold's father, joined the Nazi Party.
1939: Gustav Schwarzenegger Joins Sturmabteilung (SA)
In 1939, Gustav Schwarzenegger joined the Sturmabteilung (SA).
1942: Gustav Schwarzenegger Wounded at Leningrad
In the summer of 1942, Gustav Schwarzenegger was wounded at Leningrad while serving as a military policeman during World War II.
February 1944: Gustav Schwarzenegger Discharged from the Heer
In February 1944, Gustav Schwarzenegger was discharged from the Heer after being wounded and contracting malaria.
October 20, 1945: Marriage of Gustav Schwarzenegger and Aurelia Jadrny
On October 20, 1945, Gustav Schwarzenegger, aged 38, married Aurelia Jadrny, aged 23.
July 30, 1947: Arnold Schwarzenegger Born in Thal, Austria
On July 30, 1947, Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger was born in Thal, Styria, Austria, the second son of Gustav Schwarzenegger and Aurelia (née Jadrny).
July 30, 1947: Arnold Schwarzenegger Born
On July 30, 1947, Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger was born. He is an Austrian and American actor, businessman, politician, and former professional bodybuilder.
1960: Began Weight Training
In 1960, Arnold Schwarzenegger began weight training after his football coach took the team to a local gym.
1961: Met Kurt Marnul and Began Training at the Gym in Graz
In 1961, Arnold Schwarzenegger met Kurt Marnul, a former Mr. Austria, who invited him to train at the gym in Graz.
1963: First professional competition
In 1963, Arnold Schwarzenegger's first professional competition took place.
1964: Winning Weightlifting Contests
In 1964, Arnold Schwarzenegger won two weightlifting contests.
1965: Served in Austrian Army and Won Junior Mr. Europe
In 1965, Arnold Schwarzenegger served in the Austrian Army and won the Junior Mr. Europe contest, even going AWOL during basic training to compete.
1965: Military Service in Austria
In 1965, Arnold Schwarzenegger served in the Austrian Army, operating an M47 Patton tank.
1965: Winning Junior Mr. Europe Contest
In 1965, Arnold Schwarzenegger won the Junior Mr. Europe contest.
1965: Winning Weightlifting Contests
In 1965, Arnold Schwarzenegger won two weightlifting contests.
1966: Coached by Charles "Wag" Bennett
After returning to London in 1966, Charles "Wag" Bennett offered to coach Arnold Schwarzenegger and invited him to stay in his home.
1966: First Plane Trip and Mr. Universe Competition
In 1966, Arnold Schwarzenegger made his first plane trip to London to attend the NABBA Mr. Universe competition, where he placed second.
1966: Met Reg Park
In 1966, Arnold Schwarzenegger met his childhood idol Reg Park, who became his friend and mentor.
1966: Winning Powerlifting Contests
In 1966, Arnold Schwarzenegger won two powerlifting contests.
1967: Won Mr. Universe Title
In 1967, Arnold Schwarzenegger won the Mr. Universe title for the first time, becoming the youngest winner at age 20.
1967: Winning the Munich Stone-Lifting Contest
In 1967, Arnold Schwarzenegger won the Munich stone-lifting contest by lifting a 508 German pound stone between his legs while standing on footrests.
October 1968: Moved to the U.S.
In October 1968, at age 21, Arnold Schwarzenegger moved to the U.S., fulfilling a long-held dream, and began training at Gold's Gym in Venice.
1968: Arrival in the United States and Republican Alignment
In 1968, Arnold Schwarzenegger arrived in the United States and aligned himself with the Republican party after listening to Richard Nixon's political views.
1968: Won Mr. Universe Title Again
In 1968, Arnold Schwarzenegger returned to London and won his next Mr. Universe title.
1968: Winning Powerlifting Contests
In 1968, Arnold Schwarzenegger won two powerlifting contests.
1968: Involvement with Special Olympics
Since 1968, Arnold Schwarzenegger has been involved with the Special Olympics, which were founded by his later mother-in-law, Eunice Kennedy Shriver.
1969: Early Acting Career
In 1969, Arnold Schwarzenegger began his acting career primarily with small roles in film and television.
1969: First Mr. Olympia Attempt
In 1969, Arnold Schwarzenegger first attempted to win Mr. Olympia but lost to Sergio Oliva.
1969: Met Barbara Outland
In 1969, Arnold Schwarzenegger met Barbara Outland, an English teacher, six to eight months after arriving in the U.S. Their first date was watching the first Apollo Moon landing on television and they lived together until 1974.
1969: First Car
In 1969, after serving in the Austrian army, Arnold Schwarzenegger got his first car, an Opel Kadett.
1970: Acting Debut in Hercules in New York
In 1970, Arnold Schwarzenegger made his acting debut in "Hercules in New York", credited as 'Arnold Strong'. His accent was dubbed over due to its thickness.
1970: Winning Mr. Olympia
In 1970, Arnold Schwarzenegger won the Mr. Olympia competition, becoming the youngest ever Mr. Olympia at age 23.
May 20, 1971: Death of Brother Meinhard
On May 20, 1971, Arnold Schwarzenegger's brother, Meinhard, died in a car crash.
1971: Winning Streak
In 1971, Arnold Schwarzenegger continued his winning streak in bodybuilding competitions.
December 13, 1972: Death of Father Gustav
On December 13, 1972, Arnold Schwarzenegger's father, Gustav, died of a stroke.
1972: Touring and Selling Vitamins
In 1972, Arnold Schwarzenegger toured different countries selling vitamins, including Helsinki, Finland, where he stayed at the YMCA Hotel Hospiz and promoted vitamin pills at the Stockmann shopping center.
1973: Appearance in The Long Goodbye
In 1973, Arnold Schwarzenegger appeared as hired muscle for a mobster in the film "The Long Goodbye".
1973: Gold's Gym Logo Designed by Ric Drasin
In 1973, Ric Drasin, one of Arnold Schwarzenegger's training partners, designed the original Gold's Gym logo.
1974: Trained with Ric Drasin
From 1970 to 1974, Arnold Schwarzenegger trained with Ric Drasin at Gold's Gym, where Drasin also designed the gym's original logo in 1973.
1974: Winning Streak
In 1974, Arnold Schwarzenegger continued his winning streak in bodybuilding competitions.
1974: Ended relationship with Barbara Outland
In 1974, Arnold Schwarzenegger's relationship with Barbara Outland ended after they lived together for three and a half years.
1975: Smoking marijuana joint
In 1975, Arnold Schwarzenegger is shown smoking a marijuana joint after winning Mr. Olympia in the documentary film Pumping Iron.
1975: Winning 1975 Mr. Olympia and Retirement
In 1975, Arnold Schwarzenegger won the Mr. Olympia competition for the sixth consecutive time after being persuaded by filmmakers to compete again, which was documented in 'Pumping Iron'. Following the contest, Schwarzenegger announced his retirement from professional bodybuilding.
1976: Role in Stay Hungry and Golden Globe Win
In 1976, Arnold Schwarzenegger had a significant role in the film "Stay Hungry", for which he won the Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year – Actor.
July 1977: Met Sue Moray
In July 1977, Arnold Schwarzenegger met Sue Moray, a Beverly Hills hairdresser's assistant, on Venice Beach, and entered into an open relationship with her.
August 1977: Met Maria Shriver
In August 1977, Arnold Schwarzenegger met television journalist Maria Shriver, niece of President John F. Kennedy, at the Robert F. Kennedy Tennis Tournament.
1977: Acknowledging Steroid Use
In 1977, Arnold Schwarzenegger acknowledged using performance-enhancing anabolic steroids while they were legal, stating that they helped maintain muscle size during strict dieting for contests.
1977: Pumping Iron and TV Appearances
In 1977, Arnold Schwarzenegger boosted his profile with the bodybuilding film "Pumping Iron". He also made guest appearances in "The San Pedro Beach Bums" and "The Streets of San Francisco".
1977: Discussed using substances
In 1977, Arnold Schwarzenegger discussed using substances such as marijuana in an interview in adult magazine Oui.
1977: Autobiography Published and Film Appearance
In 1977, Arnold Schwarzenegger published his autobiographical book "Arnold: The Education of a Bodybuilder" and appeared in the bodybuilding documentary "Pumping Iron", which helped launch his film career.
1977: Publication of Autobiography and Posing for After Dark
In 1977, Arnold Schwarzenegger's autobiography and weight-training guide, "Arnold: The Education of a Bodybuilder", was a major success. Also in 1977, he posed for the gay magazine "After Dark".
1977: Referenced Barbara Outland in Memoir
In his 1977 memoir, Arnold Schwarzenegger said of Barbara Outland, "Basically it came down to this: she was a well-balanced woman who wanted an ordinary, solid life, and I was not a well-balanced man, and hated the very idea of ordinary life."
August 1978: Ended relationship with Sue Moray
In August 1978, Arnold Schwarzenegger ended his relationship with Sue Moray (who knew of his relationship with Maria Shriver) after she issued an ultimatum.
1979: Appearance in The Villain
In 1979, Arnold Schwarzenegger appeared with Kirk Douglas and Ann-Margret in the comedy "The Villain".
1979: Enrollment at University of Wisconsin–Superior
In 1979, Arnold Schwarzenegger enrolled at the University of Wisconsin–Superior as a distance-education student, completing coursework by correspondence and traveling to Superior for meetings and exams.
May 1980: Graduation from University of Wisconsin–Superior
In May 1980, Arnold Schwarzenegger formally graduated with a bachelor's degree in business administration and marketing from the University of Wisconsin–Superior in a ceremony at Wessman arena.
1980: Competing in Mr. Olympia
In 1980, Arnold Schwarzenegger competed in Mr. Olympia after training for Conan. He kept his plan a secret in case of a training accident. He was hired to provide color commentary when he announced that he would compete and won with seven weeks of preparation.
1980: Starring in Jayne Mansfield Biopic
In 1980, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in a biographical film of Jayne Mansfield as Mansfield's husband, Mickey Hargitay.
1982: Starred in Conan the Barbarian
In 1982, Arnold Schwarzenegger had his breakthrough role when he starred in "Conan the Barbarian", marking a significant point in his acting career.
1982: Breakthrough Role in Conan the Barbarian
In 1982, Arnold Schwarzenegger's breakthrough film was the sword and sorcery epic "Conan the Barbarian", which became a box-office hit.
September 17, 1983: Became a naturalized U.S. citizen
On September 17, 1983, Arnold Schwarzenegger became a naturalized U.S. citizen. He requested and was granted the right to retain his Austrian citizenship, as Austria typically does not allow dual citizenship.
1983: Becoming a United States citizen
In 1983, Arnold Schwarzenegger became a United States citizen.
1983: Became a Citizen
In 1983, Arnold Schwarzenegger became a citizen of the United States.
1983: Naturalized as U.S. citizen
In 1983, Arnold Schwarzenegger became a naturalized U.S. citizen, while retaining his Austrian citizenship.
1983: Starring in Carnival in Rio
In 1983, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in the promotional video "Carnival in Rio".
1984: Starred in Conan the Destroyer and The Terminator
In 1984, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in "Conan the Destroyer", a sequel to "Conan the Barbarian", and also played the Terminator in the science fiction film "The Terminator", a role he would reprise in later sequels.
1984: Starring in The Terminator and Conan the Destroyer
In 1984, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in "The Terminator" and in "Conan the Destroyer".
1985: Influence on Daniel Greene
Arnold Schwarzenegger inspired many actors to become action heroes. Boeving's character in the 2003 action film When Eagles Strike was based on Schwarzenegger's image as Colonel John Matrix from Commando in 1985.
1985: Appearance in Anti-Drug Music Video
In 1985, Arnold Schwarzenegger appeared in "Stop the Madness", an anti-drug music video sponsored by the Reagan administration.
1985: Starring in Red Sonja
In 1985, Arnold Schwarzenegger made another sword and sorcery film, "Red Sonja".
April 26, 1986: Married Maria Shriver
On April 26, 1986, Arnold Schwarzenegger married Maria Shriver in Hyannis, Massachusetts.
1986: Marriage to Maria Shriver
In 1986, Arnold Schwarzenegger married Maria Shriver, a niece of former U.S. president John F. Kennedy.
1986: Starring in Raw Deal
In 1986, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in the action film "Raw Deal".
1987: Influence on Matt McColm
Arnold Schwarzenegger inspired many actors to become action heroes. Boeving's character in the 2003 action film When Eagles Strike was based on Schwarzenegger's image as Major "Dutch" Schaefer from Predator in 1987.
1987: Starring in The Running Man and Predator
In 1987, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in "The Running Man" and "Predator".
1988: Campaigning with George H.W. Bush
In 1988, Arnold Schwarzenegger came to public notice as a Republican, accompanying then–Vice President George H. W. Bush at a campaign rally.
1988: Starring in Red Heat
In 1988, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in "Red Heat".
1988: Height Discrepancies Reported
In 1988, both the Daily Mail and Time Out magazine noted that Arnold Schwarzenegger appeared noticeably shorter than his official height.
1988: Success of Twins
In 1988, the comedy "Twins", starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito, proved to be successful, earning Schwarzenegger a substantial paycheck of over $40 million.
1989: Started Arnold's Sports Festival
In 1989, Arnold Schwarzenegger started Arnold's Sports Festival, a sports and fitness festival held annually in Columbus, Ohio. The festival hosts thousands of international health and fitness professionals and has expanded into a three-day expo.
1990: Introduction of "Free to Choose" Series
In 1990, Arnold Schwarzenegger introduced the first episode of the Milton Friedman hosted PBS series Free to Choose.
1990: Release of Total Recall and Kindergarten Cop, and Directing Tales from the Crypt
In 1990, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in "Total Recall" and "Kindergarten Cop". He also directed an episode of "Tales from the Crypt" titled "The Switch".
1990: Starred in Total Recall and Kindergarten Cop
In 1990, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in both the action film "Total Recall" and the comedy "Kindergarten Cop", showcasing his versatility as an actor.
1990: Appointment to President's Council
In 1990, Arnold Schwarzenegger was appointed as chairman of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports by President George H. W. Bush.
1991: Purchasing Rights to Pumping Iron
In 1991, Arnold Schwarzenegger purchased the rights to the film "Pumping Iron", its outtakes, and associated still photography.
1991: Release of Terminator 2: Judgment Day
In 1991, Arnold Schwarzenegger reprised his role as the title character in "Terminator 2: Judgment Day", which became the highest-grossing film of the year.
1991: Lee Haney breaks record
In 1991, Lee Haney won his eighth consecutive Mr. Olympia title, breaking Arnold Schwarzenegger's record.
1991: Obtained M47 Patton tank and Rode Harley-Davidson Fat Boy
In 1991, during his time as Chairman of the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, Arnold Schwarzenegger obtained his Austrian Army M47 Patton tank to support his charity. He also rode a Harley-Davidson Fat Boy in 1991.
1992: Opened Schatzi On Main restaurant
In 1992, Arnold Schwarzenegger and his wife Maria Shriver opened a restaurant called Schatzi On Main in Santa Monica. 'Schatzi' means 'little treasure', or 'honey' or 'darling' in German.
1992: Purchased First Humvee and Lobbied for Civilian Version
In 1992, Arnold Schwarzenegger became the first civilian in the U.S. to purchase a Humvee and successfully lobbied AM General to produce a street-legal, civilian version. He bought the first two Hummer H1s sold.
1992: Directing Christmas in Connecticut
In 1992, Arnold Schwarzenegger directed the telemovie "Christmas in Connecticut".
1992: Hummers Classified as Large Trucks
In 1992, the Hummers that Schwarzenegger bought were classified as large trucks, exempting them from U.S. fuel economy regulations.
1993: Red Cross Ambassador
In 1993, Arnold Schwarzenegger served as a Red Cross ambassador, recording public service announcements.
1993: Named International Star of the Decade and Release of Last Action Hero
In 1993, Arnold Schwarzenegger was named the "International Star of the Decade" by the National Association of Theatre Owners. His film "Last Action Hero" was released but underperformed at the box office.
1993: End of Term on President's Council
In 1993, Arnold Schwarzenegger's term as chairman of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports came to an end.
1994: Continued Role as Red Cross Ambassador
In 1994, Arnold Schwarzenegger continued his role as a Red Cross ambassador, recording public service announcements to donate blood.
1994: Starred in True Lies
In 1994, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in the action film "True Lies", further solidifying his status as a leading action star.
1995: Founded Inner City Games Foundation
In 1995, Arnold Schwarzenegger founded the Inner City Games Foundation (ICG), which provides cultural, educational, and community enrichment programming to youth.
1996: Releases of Eraser and Jingle All The Way
In 1996, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in the action film "Eraser" and the Christmas comedy "Jingle All The Way".
1996: Starred in Jingle All the Way
In 1996, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in the comedy film "Jingle All the Way".
June 1997: Spent $38 million on private jet
In June 1997, Arnold Schwarzenegger spent $38 million on a private Gulfstream jet.
1997: Fathered a Child with Housemaid
In 1997, Arnold Schwarzenegger fathered a child with their housemaid, which he later admitted to.
1997: Underwent heart valve replacement
In 1997, Arnold Schwarzenegger opted for a replacement heart valve made from his own pulmonary valve due to a bicuspid aortic valve condition.
1997: Release of Batman & Robin
In 1997, Arnold Schwarzenegger played Mr. Freeze in the comic book-based film "Batman & Robin". This was his final film before taking time to recuperate from a back injury.
1998: The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding Published
In 1998, Arnold Schwarzenegger published "The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding", adding to his written works on the subject.
1998: Sold Schatzi On Main restaurant
In 1998, Arnold Schwarzenegger sold his restaurant, Schatzi On Main.
1998: Death of Aurelia (née Jadrny) Schwarzenegger
In 1998, Arnold Schwarzenegger's mother, Aurelia (née Jadrny), passed away.
1999: Return with End of Days
In 1999, Arnold Schwarzenegger returned to film with the supernatural thriller "End of Days".
1999: Lawsuits over Steroid Use Allegations
In 1999, Arnold Schwarzenegger sued Willi Heepe, a German doctor, for predicting his early death due to steroid use, winning a libel judgment. He also sued and settled with Globe, a U.S. tabloid, over similar predictions.
1999: Men's Health Magazine on Height
In 1999, Men's Health magazine stated Arnold Schwarzenegger's height was 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m).
1999: Consideration of Running for Office
In late 1999, Arnold Schwarzenegger mentioned he considered running for office but stated he was focused on his show business career.
2000: Release of The 6th Day
In 2000, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in the action film "The 6th Day", which failed to do well at the box office.
2000: Death of Steve Reeves
In 2000, Steve Reeves, one of Arnold Schwarzenegger's bodybuilding idols, died, leading Schwarzenegger to reflect on Reeves' influence on his life and career.
2000: Severed financial ties with Planet Hollywood
In early 2000, Arnold Schwarzenegger severed his financial ties with the Planet Hollywood chain of international theme restaurants, stating that the restaurant did not achieve the success he had hoped for and that he wanted to focus on "new US global business ventures" and his acting career.
December 9, 2001: Hospitalized after motorcycle crash
On December 9, 2001, Arnold Schwarzenegger broke six ribs and was hospitalized for four days after a motorcycle crash in Los Angeles.
2001: Speech about Childhood Plans
In a 2001 speech, Arnold Schwarzenegger recounted forming his plan at age 14, contrasting his parents' desires for him with his own ambitions.
2002: Founded Los Angeles Branch of After-School All-Stars
In 2002, Arnold Schwarzenegger founded the Los Angeles branch of After-School All-Stars (ASAS), an after-school program provider that educates youth about health, fitness, and nutrition.
2002: Release of Collateral Damage
In 2002, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in the action film "Collateral Damage", which also failed to do well at the box office.
2002: Article in LA Weekly about Immigrant Status
In 2002, LA Weekly wrote an article describing Arnold Schwarzenegger as "the most famous US immigrant" and highlighting his overcoming of obstacles to become a movie star.
2002: Proposed Terminator Statue in Graz
In 2002, a local cultural association proposed building a 25-meter-tall Terminator statue in Graz to honor Arnold Schwarzenegger, who suggested the money be used for social projects and the Special Olympics instead.
August 6, 2003: Announcement of Candidacy for Governor of California
On August 6, 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger announced his candidacy in the 2003 California recall election for Governor of California on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
September 24, 2003: Appearance in Gubernatorial Debate
On September 24, 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger appeared in one debate with other recall replacement candidates.
October 7, 2003: Election as Governor of California
On October 7, 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger was elected Governor of California in the recall election, succeeding Gray Davis.
2003: Press Attention to Gustav's Background During Gubernatorial Election
During the 2003 California gubernatorial recall election, in which Schwarzenegger was elected, Gustav Schwarzenegger's background received wide press attention.
2003: Governorship of California Begins
In 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger began his term as the Governor of California.
2003: Inspired Boeving's Character in "When Eagles Strike"
In 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger inspired many actors to become action heroes, including Dwayne Johnson, Matt McColm, Christian Boeving, Vidyut Jamwal, and Daniel Greene. Boeving's character in the 2003 action film "When Eagles Strike" was based on Schwarzenegger's image from the late 1980s: mostly on Major "Dutch" Schaefer from Predator (1987) and Colonel John Matrix from Commando (1985).
2003: Release of Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines
In 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger made his third appearance as the title character in "Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines", which earned over $150 million domestically.
2003: Supported Invasion of Iraq
In 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger supported the invasion of Iraq.
2003: Elected Governor of California
In 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger was elected governor of California in a special recall election, replacing Gray Davis. He received 48.6 percent of the vote.
2003: Net worth estimated at $100-$200 million
In 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger's net worth was conservatively estimated to be between $100 million and $200 million.
2003: Elected Governor of California in Special Recall Election
In 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger, as a Republican, was elected Governor of California in a special recall election to replace Gray Davis, receiving 48.6% of the vote.
October 2004: Delivery of the First H2H (Hydrogen Hummer)
In October 2004, California took delivery of the first H2H (Hydrogen Hummer) after Schwarzenegger signed an executive order to build hydrogen refueling plants and secured a Department of Energy grant.
2004: Speech at Republican National Convention
In 2004, Arnold Schwarzenegger gave a speech at the Republican National Convention, explaining his Republican beliefs.
2004: Cameo Appearances in Films
In 2004, Arnold Schwarzenegger made a three-second cameo appearance in The Rundown and in the remake of Around the World in 80 Days.
2004: Saved a drowning man
In 2004, Arnold Schwarzenegger saved a drowning man in Hawaii by swimming out and bringing him back to shore.
2004: Visit to Israel
In 2004, Arnold Schwarzenegger visited Israel to break ground on the Simon Wiesenthal Center's Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem, lay a wreath at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial, and meet with Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and President Moshe Katsav.
2004: Schwarzenegger Discusses Childhood Abuse in Fortune Interview
In a 2004 interview with Fortune, Arnold Schwarzenegger described experiencing what "would now be called child abuse" at the hands of his father.
2005: Appearance in "The Kid & I" and "Liberty's Kids"
In 2005, Arnold Schwarzenegger appeared as himself in the film The Kid & I and voiced Baron von Steuben in the Liberty's Kids episode "Valley Forge".
2005: Relinquishing Executive Editor Role
In 2005, Arnold Schwarzenegger relinquished the executive editor role at Muscle & Fitness and Flex magazines after criticism over potential conflicts of interest due to decisions made by the governor's office concerning regulation of dietary supplements in California.
2005: Veto of Same-Sex Marriage Bill
In 2005, Arnold Schwarzenegger, as Governor of California, vetoed a bill that would have legalized same-sex marriage.
January 8, 2006: Motorcycle Accident
On January 8, 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger, while riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle in Los Angeles with his son Patrick, collided with a car. He sustained an injury to his lip requiring 15 stitches.
July 3, 2006: Obtained motorcycle license
On July 3, 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger obtained his motorcycle license.
August 2006: Settlement of libel lawsuit
In August 2006, British television personality Anna Richardson settled a libel lawsuit against Arnold Schwarzenegger, his aide Sean Walsh, and his publicist Sheryl Main.
September 27, 2006: Signed Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006
On September 27, 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger signed the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, establishing the nation's first cap on greenhouse gas emissions in California.
October 17, 2006: Signed executive order
On October 17, 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger signed an executive order, allowing California to work with the Northeast's Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
November 7, 2006: Won re-election
On November 7, 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger won re-election as Governor of California, defeating Democrat Phil Angelides with 56.0% of the vote.
December 23, 2006: Broke femur while skiing
On December 23, 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger broke his right femur while skiing in Sun Valley, Idaho, with his family.
December 30, 2006: Released from St. Johns Hospital
On December 30, 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger was released from St. Johns Hospital and Health Center after undergoing an operation to repair his broken femur.
2006: Tax returns filed
Based on tax returns filed in 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger's net worth was estimated to be approximately $400 million, and even as high as $800 million.
2006: Signed Global Warming bill
In 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a second global warming bill that prohibits large utilities and corporations in California from making long-term contracts with suppliers who do not meet the state's greenhouse gas emission standards.
2006: California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006
In 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger was able to win the European Voice campaigner of the year award for taking action against climate change with the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 and plans to introduce an emissions trading scheme with other US states and possibly with the EU.
2006: Re-elected as Governor of California
In 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger was re-elected in the gubernatorial election with an increased vote share of 55.9 percent to serve a full term as Governor of California.
2006: Veto of Single-Payer Health Care Bill
In 2006, Arnold Schwarzenegger, as Governor of California, vetoed a bill that would have implemented a single-payer health care system.
2006: Barbara Outland Baker published memoir
In 2006, Barbara Outland Baker published her memoir, "Arnold and Me: In the Shadow of the Austrian Oak", with Arnold Schwarzenegger contributing a foreword.
October 2007: Marijuana comment
In an October 2007 interview with GQ magazine, Arnold Schwarzenegger joked that marijuana is not a drug, but a leaf, stating his drug was "pumping iron".
2007: Spokesperson for Special Olympics in Shanghai
In 2007, Arnold Schwarzenegger was the official spokesperson for the Special Olympics held in Shanghai, China.
2007: Veto of Same-Sex Marriage Bill
In 2007, Arnold Schwarzenegger, as Governor of California, vetoed another bill that would have legalized same-sex marriage.
January 30, 2008: Endorsed John McCain
On January 30, 2008, Arnold Schwarzenegger endorsed John McCain for president after Rudy Giuliani dropped out of the race, citing his friendships with both candidates.
2008: Veto of Single-Payer Health Care Bill
In 2008, Arnold Schwarzenegger, as Governor of California, vetoed another bill that would have implemented a single-payer health care system in California.
2008: Baena filed for divorce
In 2008, Mildred Patricia Baena filed for divorce from her husband, Rogelio, a few months after Joseph's birth.
April 20, 2009: Opened the 2009 SAE World Congress in Detroit
On April 20, 2009, Arnold Schwarzenegger was invited to open the 2009 SAE World Congress in Detroit in respect for his contribution to the direction of the US motor industry.
June 19, 2009: Emergency landing of private jet
On June 19, 2009, Arnold Schwarzenegger's private jet made an emergency landing at Van Nuys Airport after the pilot reported smoke coming from the cockpit. No one was harmed in the incident.
February 12, 2010: Vancouver Olympic Torch Relay
On February 12, 2010, Arnold Schwarzenegger participated in the Vancouver Olympic Torch relay, handing off the flame to Sebastian Coe.
April 2010: Named one of the "worst governors"
In April 2010, the ethics watchdog group Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington named Arnold Schwarzenegger one of the 11 "worst governors" in the United States due to various ethics issues.
May 2010: Núñez pleaded guilty to manslaughter
In May 2010, Esteban Núñez, son of Fabian Núñez, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and was sentenced to 16 years in prison for the death of Luis Santos.
2010: Bought house for Patty Baena and son
In 2010, Arnold Schwarzenegger bought a new four-bedroom house with a pool for Mildred Patricia Baena and their son in Bakersfield, California.
2010: Cameo in "The Expendables"
In 2010, Arnold Schwarzenegger made a cameo appearance in Sylvester Stallone's The Expendables.
2010: Collection of Hummers
In 2010, Arnold Schwarzenegger owned four Hummers: one regular and three running on non-fossil power sources (hydrogen, vegetable oil, and biodiesel).
January 2011: Announcement of New Film Scripts
In January 2011, Arnold Schwarzenegger announced that he was reading several new scripts for future films, including With Wings as Eagles, a World War II action drama written by Randall Wallace.
January 2011: Mildred Patricia Baena retired
In January 2011, Mildred Patricia "Patty" Baena, who had been employed by the Schwarzenegger family for 20 years, retired.
March 6, 2011: Potential Film Sequels and Comic Book Character
On March 6, 2011, at the Arnold Seminar of the Arnold Classic, Arnold Schwarzenegger revealed he was being considered for sequels to The Terminator and remakes of Predator and The Running Man, and was "packaging" a comic book character, later revealed to be the Governator.
May 9, 2011: Separated from Maria Shriver
On May 9, 2011, Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger ended their marriage after 25 years, with Shriver moving out of their Brentwood mansion.
May 17, 2011: Affair revealed
On May 17, 2011, The Los Angeles Times revealed that Arnold Schwarzenegger had fathered a son, Joseph, more than 14 years earlier with Mildred Patricia "Patty" Baena, an employee in their household. He confessed to his wife only after she confronted him with the information.
May 20, 2011: Halting of Film Projects
On May 20, 2011, Arnold Schwarzenegger's entertainment counsel announced a halt to all film projects in development due to Schwarzenegger focusing on personal matters.
July 11, 2011: Consideration of Comeback Film
On July 11, 2011, it was announced that Arnold Schwarzenegger was considering a comeback film, despite legal problems related to his divorce.
2011: Supported Military Intervention in Libya
In 2011, Arnold Schwarzenegger also expressed support for the military intervention in Libya.
2011: Separation from Maria Shriver
In 2011, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver separated after he admitted to having fathered a child with their housemaid.
2011: Term Limit as Governor Reached
In 2011, Arnold Schwarzenegger reached his term limit as Governor of California and subsequently returned to acting.
2011: Removal of Marxist Busts
In 2011, Arnold Schwarzenegger revealed that his wife requested the removal of his collection of Marxist busts, but he kept the bust of Vladimir Lenin because "he was the first".
2011: End of Governorship of California
In 2011, Arnold Schwarzenegger's term as the Governor of California ended.
2011: Support for Israel
In 2011, at the Independence Day celebration hosted by the Israeli Consulate General in Los Angeles, Arnold Schwarzenegger expressed his love for Israel and recalled signing a bill to divest California pension funds from companies doing business with Iran.
2011: Training During the Arnold Classic
In 2011, during the Arnold Classic, Arnold Schwarzenegger mentioned that he was still working out a half an hour with weights every day.
September 2012: Judge stated abuse of discretion
In September 2012, Sacramento County superior court judge Lloyd Connelly stated that there was an abuse of discretion regarding the commutation of Esteban Nunez's sentence, but that Arnold Schwarzenegger remained within his executive powers.
October 2012: Release of "Total Recall"
In October 2012, Arnold Schwarzenegger released his autobiography, "Total Recall", which included a chapter on his extramarital affair and focused on his successes as a bodybuilder, actor, and Governor of California.
2012: Founded Schwarzenegger Institute
In 2012, Arnold Schwarzenegger helped to found the Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy at the USC Price School of Public Policy, aiming to advance post-partisanship and find solutions to public challenges.
2012: Starring in "The Expendables 2"
In 2012, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in The Expendables 2 as Trench Mauser.
March 2013: Return as Executive Editor of Magazines
In March 2013, Arnold Schwarzenegger accepted a renewed offer to be the executive editor of Muscle & Fitness and Flex magazines.
2013: Leading Role in "The Last Stand" and Co-Starring in "Escape Plan"
In 2013, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in The Last Stand, his first leading role in 10 years, and in Escape Plan, his first co-starring role alongside Sylvester Stallone.
January 2014: Expressed regret for family pain
In January 2014, when asked what he was least proud of, Arnold Schwarzenegger replied, "I'm least proud of the mistakes I made that caused my family pain and split us up."
March 2014: Starring in "Sabotage"
In March 2014, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in Sabotage.
August 2014: Return as Trench Mauser in "The Expendables 3"
In August 2014, Arnold Schwarzenegger returned as Trench Mauser in The Expendables 3.
2014: Supported Euromaidan Protests
In 2014, Arnold Schwarzenegger released a video message in support of the Euromaidan protests against Ukraine's pro-Russian president Viktor Yanukovych.
September 2015: Hosting "The New Celebrity Apprentice"
In September 2015, it was announced that Arnold Schwarzenegger would replace Donald Trump as host of The New Celebrity Apprentice.
2015: Climate Change Speech
At a 2015 security conference, Arnold Schwarzenegger called climate change the issue of our time and urged politicians to stop treating it as a political issue.
2015: Lenin Bust Displayed to "Show Losers"
In 2015, Arnold Schwarzenegger said that he kept the Lenin bust to "show losers".
2015: Starring in "Terminator Genisys"
In 2015, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in the fifth Terminator film, Terminator Genisys.
2015: Spotted in Bugatti Veyron
In 2015, Arnold Schwarzenegger was filmed in his silver Bugatti Veyron with bright aluminum forged wheels and dark brown leather interior.
August 2016: Interruption of Filming "Killing Gunther" by Bank Robbers
In August 2016, the filming of Arnold Schwarzenegger's action-comedy Killing Gunther was temporarily interrupted by bank robbers near the filming location in Surrey, British Columbia.
2016: Airing of "The New Celebrity Apprentice"
During the 2016–2017 TV season, Arnold Schwarzenegger hosted The New Celebrity Apprentice, using phrases from his famous roles.
2016: Less Meat, Less Heat Campaign
In 2016, Arnold Schwarzenegger collaborated on a campaign by WildAid, starring in the PSA, "Less Meat, Less Heat," that encourages people to eat less meat as a means of combating climate change.
2016: Endorsed John Kasich and Refused to Vote for Donald Trump
In 2016, Arnold Schwarzenegger endorsed John Kasich for the Republican Party presidential primaries. However, in October of that year, he announced that he would not vote for the Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in the United States presidential election.
January 2017: Reaction to Trump's Remarks via Instagram
In January 2017, Arnold Schwarzenegger reacted to Donald Trump's remarks via Instagram, suggesting they switch jobs.
March 2017: Departure from "The New Celebrity Apprentice"
In March 2017, Arnold Schwarzenegger announced that he would not return for another season on The New Celebrity Apprentice following repeated criticisms from Donald Trump.
April 2017: Universal Drops "Conan the Conqueror" Project
In April 2017, producer Chris Morgan stated that Universal had dropped the project Conan the Conqueror, though there was a possibility of a TV show.
September 2017: Release of "Killing Gunther"
In September 2017, the film Killing Gunther, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, was released.
2017: Acquired All-Electric Mercedes G-Class
In 2017, Arnold Schwarzenegger acquired a Mercedes G-Class modified for all-electric drive.
2017: Condemnation of White Supremacists
In 2017, Arnold Schwarzenegger condemned white supremacists who were seen carrying Nazi and Confederate flags, calling their heroes "losers".
February 6, 2018: Amazon Studios and Schwarzenegger Develop "Outrider"
On February 6, 2018, Amazon Studios announced they were working with Arnold Schwarzenegger to develop a new series, Outrider, a western-drama set in the Oklahoma Indian Territory, in which he would star and executive produce. The series was never completed.
March 29, 2018: Underwent emergency open-heart surgery
On March 29, 2018, Arnold Schwarzenegger underwent emergency open-heart surgery for replacement of his replacement pulmonic valve.
2018: Partnered with LeBron James to establish Ladder
In 2018, Arnold Schwarzenegger partnered with basketball player LeBron James to establish Ladder, a company that developed nutritional supplements to help athletes with severe cramps.
2018: Executive Producer for 'The Game Changers'
In 2018, Arnold Schwarzenegger was one of the twelve executive producers for the documentary 'The Game Changers'. The film explores the benefits of plant-based diets in professional sports.
May 18, 2019: Attacked in South Africa
On May 18, 2019, while visiting South Africa, Arnold Schwarzenegger was attacked and dropkicked from behind while giving autographs. He was not injured and declined to press charges against the attacker.
October 2019: Admiration for Jürgen Klopp's Liverpool
In October 2019, Arnold Schwarzenegger expressed his admiration of Jürgen Klopp's Liverpool.
November 1, 2019: Release of Terminator: Dark Fate
On November 1, 2019, Arnold Schwarzenegger returned to the Terminator franchise with the release of Terminator: Dark Fate.
2020: Underwent aortic valve surgery
In 2020, 23 years after his first surgery, Arnold Schwarzenegger underwent surgery for a new aortic valve.
2020: Sold Ladder to Openfit
In 2020, Arnold Schwarzenegger and LeBron James sold Ladder to Openfit for an undisclosed amount after the company reported more than $4 million in sales for that year.
March 2021: Comments on California Recall Election
In late March 2021, Arnold Schwarzenegger was interviewed by Politico about the upcoming recall election in California, stating that the atmosphere was similar to when he ran and that the recall effort was sparked by ordinary folks, not Republicans.
August 2021: Spoke out about COVID-19
In August 2021, Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke out about COVID-19, urging Americans to get vaccinated, wear masks, and practice social distancing, saying, "No, screw your freedom."
2021: Finalized divorce from Maria Shriver
In 2021, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver finalized their divorce, ten years after separating.
2021: Headlining "Superhero Kindergarten"
In 2021, Arnold Schwarzenegger headlined the animated superhero streaming series Superhero Kindergarten on Kartoon Channel, voicing Captain Fantastic.
2021: Divorce Finalized
In 2021, Arnold Schwarzenegger's divorce from Maria Shriver was finalized.
2021: Video Address on Capitol Attack
In 2021, following the January 6 United States Capitol attack, Arnold Schwarzenegger posted a video address on social media comparing the insurrection to Nazi Germany's Kristallnacht and criticizing President Donald Trump.
January 21, 2022: Multi-vehicle collision
On January 21, 2022, Arnold Schwarzenegger was involved in a multi-vehicle collision while driving a black GMC Yukon SUV in Los Angeles. His vehicle collided with a red Toyota Prius, resulting in injuries to the Prius driver, who was transported to the hospital. Schwarzenegger was uninjured.
February 2022: Adopts Mostly Plant-Based Diet
In February 2022, Arnold Schwarzenegger revealed that he had been following an approximately 80% plant-based diet for the past five years to improve his overall health and reduce his environmental impact.
June 2022: Jury ruled Shriver entitled to savings
In June 2022, a jury ruled that Maria Shriver was entitled to half of Arnold Schwarzenegger's post-divorce savings that he earned from 1986 to 2011, including a pension.
2022: Condemned Russian Invasion of Ukraine
In 2022, Arnold Schwarzenegger released a video message condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
2023: Leading Role in Netflix's "FUBAR"
In 2023, Arnold Schwarzenegger played a leading role in a television series for the first time, in FUBAR, an action comedy on Netflix.
2023: Release of "Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life"
In 2023, Arnold Schwarzenegger released his second book, "Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life", offering life advice and reflecting on his experiences.
2023: Revisited issue
In 2023, Arnold Schwarzenegger revisited allegations of sexual misconduct and stated that he was "totally wrong".
2023: Starring in Netflix Docuseries "Arnold"
In 2023, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in Netflix docuseries based on his own life Arnold, covering his bodybuilding, acting, and political career.
2023: Statements on Israel and Palestine
In a 2023 interview, Arnold Schwarzenegger expressed support for Israel while also stating that Palestinians "have the right to live and the right to have their own country, their own state".
January 17, 2024: Detained for Customs Violation
On January 17, 2024, Arnold Schwarzenegger was detained by German authorities in Munich for failing to declare an Audemars Piguet watch to customs. He was released after pre-paying potential taxes, and the watch was later auctioned off for charity.
October 30, 2024: Endorsed Kamala Harris for President
On October 30, 2024, Arnold Schwarzenegger endorsed Kamala Harris for president.
2024: Voice Acting in "Secret Level"
In 2024, Arnold Schwarzenegger voice acted King Aelstrom in the episode "New World: The Once And Future King" in the anthology series Secret Level on Amazon Prime.
2024: Estimated to be a billionaire
In 2024, Forbes estimated that Arnold Schwarzenegger was a billionaire.
2025: Last Republicans to Win Statewide Office in California
As of 2025, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Steve Poizner are noted as the last Republicans to win or hold statewide office in California, both having won their respective elections in 2006.
2025: Eating mostly plants
In 2025 Arnold Schwarzenegger mentioned that he mostly eats plants, but still occasionally consumes smaller amounts of animal products.
2025: Release and Cancellation of "FUBAR" Season 2
In 2025, the second season of FUBAR was released but the series was ultimately canceled after two seasons.
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