“You Can Listen to Me”: As Media Threatened Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Image With the ‘Groping’ Headlines, Here’s How Ex-Wife Maria Shriver Defended Her Husband Back Then

In the past two days, the new Netflix documentary on Arnold Schwarzenegger has been generating quite a buzz and widespread discussions all around. The movie unfolds the multifaceted life of Schwarzenegger discussing not only his glorious days but also the darkest chapters that haunted him throughout his career. And in one particular segment, the documentary dwells on a sensitive subject the allegations of groping that arose during his run for the governor of California.

However, it is his wife’s strong statements that truly capture attention and come to the defense of Schwarzenegger. The documentary showed various interviews, archival footage, and testimonies to present a comprehensive picture of the controversy that threatened to overshadow his political aspirations.

Maria Shriver’s strong words in Arnold’s favor

In 2003 as the race for Arnold’s governorship was heating up, accusations of groping emerged from various women who claimed encounters with Schwarzenegger. One segment of the episode features Schwarzenegger’s old public appearances, where was seen addressing this issue. The Austrian Oak vehemently denied the allegations, expressing his belief that they were a deliberate attempt to tarnish his image during a critical juncture in his political career. 

“You know then they try to tear you down. Then they try to tear your character down and everything you stand for.”, he said in his public address. However, it is the inclusion of Maria Shriver’s unwavering support that resonates most profoundly with viewers. The episode featured Shriver’s presence during his run as a strong pillar of defense for her husband. 

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She was also seen addressing the audience directly, urging them to question the credibility of those who are trying to create negativity and casting doubt on Schwarzenegger’s character. She said, “You can listen to all the negativity and the people who never met Arnold or hardly met him for 5 seconds 30 years ago. Or you can listen to me” Shriver’s words showed her confidence in her ex-husband and their strong bonding. While the power couple parted their ways two years back in 2021, they still shared mutual respect with each other. 

The current relationship of Arnold Schwarzenegger with her ex-wife

Schwarzenegger and Shriver’s Relationship has gone through a tough patch in the last decade after the couple filed the divorce case in 2011. However, the former governor of California recently revealed in an interview that although they have split up he is still on very good terms with his ex-wife. The bodybuilding legends said that despite all the misunderstandings and problems between them, they managed to give a healthy atmosphere to their children. 

The Terminator said that they never let their differences come in between the bringing of their children as they spend all the occasions and festivals together like one united family. The documentary also described the trajectory of their relationship as well. Have you watched the documentary yet? 

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