Bodybuilding legend Arnold Schwarzenegger came to the US in the late 60s. The ambitious bodybuilder went on to win four Mr. Universe titles and seven Mr. Olympia titles in his bodybuilding career. However, he became a US citizen in 1983 and became a worldwide star in 1984 with his movie, ‘The Terminator’.
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Schwarzenegger got married to Maria Shriver, a member of the Kennedy family and a journalist, in 1986. Their marriage has always been an attraction because of the involvement of the two big names and several other reasons. In 2004, Arnold Schwarzenegger commented on the Shriver family. What did he say?
Why did Arnold Schwarzenegger address them as Clones?
The former governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger, is known for his outspoken nature. He does not sugarcoat the things he wants to say. Similarly, in 2004, when he was the governor, he called his wife’s family ‘The Clones’ and said, “he understands Shriver’s desire to be with someone so different.”
The Kennedy family had a strong political background and had a massive influence in the US.
Arnold continued, “Everyone in the family thinks exactly the same. If her mother says it is green, it is green. If her father says it is black, it is black. When you are in the family, you think this is normal, and then you meet someone from the outside and the lights go on.”
As per Arnold, The Kennedys’ have similar choices in things and also think alike, which ultimately led him to believe that they were like clones
The story of Schwarzenegger and Shriver
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The story began in 1977 when Arnold and Maria met at Robert F. Kennedy’s pro-celebrity tennis tournament. They began dating, however, the couple couldn’t keep it up, as Arnold’s regular affairs with other women. As a result, Shriver rejected Arnold’s proposal twice before accepting it in 1985.
After the marriage, Shriver and Arnold claimed their relationship always remained stronger than ever. Although, the couple separated in 2011 after Arnold confirmed the presence of his son with their housekeeper Mildred Baena.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver are one of a few unique couples in the industry. They remained married for 25 years and stood by each other in front of the public throughout the course. Moreover, they still stand together for their four children and are spotted together at various family functions or occasions with their kids.