Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger was born in Thal on July 30, 1947, the second son of Gustav Schwarzenegger and his wife Aurelia (née Jadrny; 1922–1998). Gustav was the local chief of … See more

• Height: 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
• Contest weight: 235 lb (107 kg)—the lightest in 1980 Mr. Olympia: around 225 lb (102 kg), the heaviest in 1974 Mr. Olympia: around 250 lb (110 kg)
• Off-season weight: 260 lb (118 kg) See more

Early politics
Schwarzenegger has been a registered Republican for many years. When he was an actor, his political views were always well known as they … See more

Early relationships
In 1969, Schwarzenegger met Barbara Outland (later Barbara Outland Baker), an English teacher with whom he lived until 1974. The couple … See more

Schwarzenegger is considered among the most important figures in the history of bodybuilding, and his legacy is commemorated in the See more

1970–1980: Early roles
Schwarzenegger wanted to move from bodybuilding into acting, finally achieving it when he was chosen to play the title role in See more

Schwarzenegger has also enjoyed a highly successful business career. Following his move to the United States, Schwarzenegger became a "prolific goal setter" and would … See more