Joseph Baena Missing as Arnold Schwarzenegger Celebrates His 76th Birthday at Ex-Wife Maria Shriver’s Mansion With Family

Bodybuilding legend, Arnold Schwarzenegger, celebrated his 76th birthday on Sunday, 30th July 2023. Best wishes poured in for the icon from various parts of the globe. People paid tribute to him for his contribution to bodybuilding, movies, politics, and many other fields. Moreover, his children shared heartfelt messages about their dad. Overall, it was a star-studded affair reminding people of the greatness of the living legend. 

The philanthropist chose to spend his birthday with his near ones. An esteemed daily spilled the beans on celebrations details. Most of his family members were present except for one important member. Let us dig deeper to find out more.

Arnold arrived at his ex-wife Maria Shriver’s house

The Daily Mail UK revealed that Arnie arrived with Elan at his ex-wife Maria Shriver’s house in a Hummer. Eve Buckland, author, mentioned that the Austrian Oak, ” looked focused as he arrived at his former spouse’s home in the one-of-a-kind vehicle, which runs on vegetable oil.” Earlier, the gym fanatic had hit the Gold’s gym on an electric bike, showing his determination for fitness. The climate change activist wouldn’t miss training, even on his birthday.

Katherine, Schwarzenegger’s eldest daughter, received her father flashing a “warm smile,” with husband Chris Pratt, who donned a relaxed look. Earlier, Katherine had taken to Instagram, to post a loving message dedicated to her father. She had shared a throwback snap, where the father-daughter duo were all gleeful. Arnold Schwarzenegger has fathered five children – Katherine, Christina, Christopher, Patrick, and Joseph Baena.

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Baena was conspicuously missing from all the merry-making. The real estate agent has a distinct past, as he was born to Schwarzenegger and housekeeper Mildred Baena in 1997. The Austrian Oak’s affair with Mildred was the reason for the divorce of Shriver and Schwarzenegger in 2021. Although the Hollywood actor was missing from the get-together, he too wished his father Happy Birthday on social media. Despite sharing the genes with none other than the great 7x Mr. Olympia, Baena chooses not to use the Schwarzenegger surname.

Joseph Baena respects his German Heritage

The young bodybuilding enthusiast wanted to carve out his own identity in the world of movies. Although he deeply respects his father, even learning German to pay homage to his roots, the 25-year-old does not use his papa’s family name. In an interview with Men’s Health, Baena said, “I love the word honor, and I’m very prideful in the sense that if I use my dad’s contacts or ask him for favors, I wonder what honor is that gonna bring me?” Baena continued, “When I go to auditions, they don’t know who I am, because we don’t have the same last name.” 

The young icon inspires those who depend on hard work and consistency to achieve success. Moreover, Baena has many things in common with his dad, including their love for fitness. Baena proved that it is the matters of the heart that take precedence for him. His steadfastness in moving towards his goal without taking shortcuts is something that the Austrian Oak would be proud of. Have you wished Arnie a Happy Birthday? Let us know in the comments. 

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