Arnold Schwarzenegger Jokes About Divorce Settlement with Maria Shriver

Arnold Schwarzenegger Brings the Heat with Scorching Hot Comments on Ex-Wife Maria Shriver

In a shocking display of humor and humility, Arnold Schwarzenegger took to the stage as a guest speaker at journalist Chris Wallace's star-studded Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony. The 78-year-old action hero couldn't resist throwing some zingers, particularly at his former spouse, Maria Shriver, 69.

While praising Wallace as a "fantastic journalist," Schwarzenegger dished about the differences between himself and Shriver, poking fun at their high-profile divorce. "The only difference between Chris and Maria is that Chris has never taken half of my money," he quipped to the stunned audience.

This cheeky remark came just hours after the couple's highly publicized split in 2011, which sent shockwaves throughout the entertainment industry. The Terminator star's marital infidelity with their former housekeeper, Mildred Patricia Baena, was exposed soon after, leaving many wondering how this could have happened behind closed doors.

But Schwarzenegger isn't one to shy away from controversy. In a candid 2017 interview with Men's Journal, he confessed to struggling with the guilt of his affair and the subsequent damage it caused to his family. "I can beat myself up as much as I want — it's not gonna change the situation," he admitted.

The former California governor has since taken responsibility for his actions, acknowledging that he "understand[s] and deserve[s] the feelings of anger and disappointment among my friends and family." In a joint statement released at the time of their separation, Schwarzenegger and Shriver expressed their desire to co-parent their four children together, emphasizing the importance of putting their kids first.

The couple's tumultuous relationship has been well-documented over the years. After announcing their split in May 2011, they filed for divorce just a month later, citing "irreconcilable differences." Schwarzenegger's affair with Baena produced their son Joseph Baena, who didn't discover his true paternity until he was just 13 years old.

Schwarzenegger has since spoken out about the challenges of rebuilding relationships after such a public scandal. In an effort to move forward and leave the past behind, he's been focusing on strengthening his bond with his children. "You can't go back — if I could, in reality, be Terminator, of course I would go back in time and would say, 'Arnold … no,'" he joked.

While Schwarzenegger's comments may have raised eyebrows among fans and family members alike, they also serve as a reminder that even the most high-profile celebrities are human beings with flaws and vulnerabilities. Only time will tell if his attempt at levity has gone too far or just hit the mark.