Married in 1986, Arnold and Maria were enjoying marital bliss until news about Arnold bearing a child with his house help broke in the tabloid. Since then, their marriage started having cracks.
Arnold’s Ex-Wife, Maria’s Tip To Raise Kids
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Maria and Arnold did not have an ideal marriage life, but that did not keep them from being the best parent to their four kids. Setting aside all their differences, Maria and her ex-husband try their best to keep their kids grounded in their values.
Growing up with parents with a complex history was undoubtedly difficult, especially with such heavy titles of Shriver and Schwarzenegger to carry. On asking the same question, Maria said, “I say to them, look, you know at the end of the day, you’re you. You will surround yourself with people who know you and love you,”
The doting mother says how she always reminds her children, “…to have a good group of friends around you. I expect you, and so does your dad expect you to be kind and compassionate.” Adding further, she says, “I expect you to work hard. So, I don’t expect you to make a lot of money, but I expect you to work hard, as does your dad.“
Arnold Schwarzenegger as a Father
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Sure, things did not work out between Arnold and his now estranged wife, Maria, but that did not stop Arnold from being there for his kids. The Hollywood megastar is known to play tough roles on screen, but he is a concerned father in real life.
The Austrian Oak is often seen spending quality time with his four kids. Arnold is also incredibly close to his fifth son, Joseph. There were setbacks in his life, but nothing was strong enough to make his kids grow distant.
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Arnold is now busy preparing for his first Netflix venture. Fans are always excited to get tidbits about the Schwarzenegger family.