“He Is Very Hard-Headed”: Maria Shriver Once Disclosed a Trait She Shares With Ex-husband Arnold Schwarzenegger but Only at a Different Frequency

In 1991 when Shriver-Kennedy Clan decedent and prominent journalist Maria Shriver joined celebrity talk show host Arsenio for an episode of My Talk Show, the duo had lots of fun. The mother of four shared tidbits from her professional life. She also spoke about one habit that she shared in common with her former husband, Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Coming from a family of political realities, Maria, from a young age, had cultivated a no-nonsense attitude. Between 1987 to 1990, Shriver co-anchored the famous Sunday edition of the NBC news program. As a journalist, there were times when she had to take things in charge. As the show host enquired Maria whether or not she is “hard-headed,” she had an interesting answer.

Arnold’s wife talked about an unknown side 

Refuting claims of being hard-headed, Maraia picks up the word “stubborn” for herself. Explaining nature, she revealed that if she has the conviction that she is heading in the right direction, she will stick to it. During such a time, she said, “I can get quite hard-headed.” But it’s nothing like her husband, Arnold.

As Arsenio enquired whether or not Arnold is “hard-headed?” Maria chipped in quickly as she replied, “Oh, He is very hard-headed.” Elaborating further, she revealed, “He is very stubborn, but it’s very different.” Citing examples and trying to explain herself better, the journalist impersonated The Austrian Oak and revealed how he would generally make himself clear in case he wanted something.

Read More | “Was Like a Dream Come True”: Seated Beside ‘Old Friend’ Arnold Schwarzenegger, ‘Surprised’ Jackie Chan Received a Massive Honor in 2016

Continuing further, she revealed that even though she wanted the same thing, she would make herself known with a softer demeanor. Unlike Arnold, she would be the one using words like “please.” She reiterated the same by saying, “slightly different ballgame.” Thus, even though the former husband–wife shared a common trait, their way of speaking and presenting had a humongous difference.

What prompted Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver to file for divorce after 25-year marriage?

Smitten by Maria’s charm at the Robert F. Kennedy Tennis Tournament, Arnold knew she was someone special. Shortly after, the two started dating. After Arnold went on his knees to propose to Maria in 1985, the couple tied the nuptials the following year. Soon they were blessed with four kids, two daughters and two sons.

However, their dream of long, happy marriage halted when Arnold’s affair with house-help Mildred came out in the open. Things went further south for Maria when reports of Arnold fathering a child outside wedlock were confirmed. It was then she filed a divorce in 2011. After a decade-long battle, the two cordially formalized their separation in 2021. The two now lead separate lives but remain good friends.

Watch This Story: Wicked Story behind Aliens creator James Cameron and Arnold Schwarzenegger.