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min read · September 23, 2025 · Entertainment

Family Reunion or Public Feud? Schwarzenegger and Shriver Dinner Sparks Buzz

Arnold Schwarzenegger and his ex-wife Maria Shriver awkwardly reunited for a family dinner at Nobu Malibu on Monday night

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver's Awkward Reunion: A Family Dinner Gone Wrong?

The drama never ends for Hollywood's power couple Arnold Schwarzenegger and his ex-wife Maria Shriver! Just four days after he took a public swipe at her over their costly divorce settlement, the former California Governor and First Lady of California were spotted awkwardly reuniting for a family dinner at Nobu Malibu on Monday night.

But what was behind this sudden reunion? Sources close to the couple claim it was all about celebrating Patrick Schwarzenegger's 32nd birthday in style. Yes, you read that right - Arnold's son turned the big three-two last Thursday! To mark the occasion, Arnold and Maria decided to put their differences aside and gather the family for a fancy sushi meal at the upscale restaurant.

The former California Governor and First Lady of California might have reconnected due a late birthday celebration for their son Patrick Schwarzenegger, who turned 32 last Thursday

But it seems like this wasn't just about Patrick's special day; it was also an opportunity for his parents to prove that they're still on good terms. After all, the couple is known for their complicated history - and we have the drama-filled divorce settlement to thank for that!

As our cameras snapped photos of the family reunion, we couldn't help but notice the elephant in the room: Arnold's public jabs at Maria over their divorce. Just last Thursday, he quipped about taking 'half my money' during a ceremony to honor journalist Chris Wallace on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

But before we dive into more of that juicy drama, let's talk about who was there and who wasn't. Patrick Schwarzenegger, 32, looked dashing as ever with his model wife Abby Champion by his side. The couple tied the knot at Gozzer Ranch Golf and Lake Club in Harrison, ID on September 6 after a decade of dating.

The White Lotus actor was joined by his model wife Abby Champion, whom he wed at Gozzer Ranch Golf and Lake Club in Harrison, ID on September 6 following a decade of dating

Arnold's other kids, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt (35) and her husband Chris Pratt (46), also made an appearance. The couple is known for their adorable family moments - but let's not forget that Chris Pratt has a whopping six kids with his first wife Anna Faris!

But what about the most elusive members of the Schwarzenegger-Shriver clan? Christina Schwarzenegger and Christopher Schwarzenegger, Arnold's older children, were also spotted at the dinner. And while they're not as active on social media as their siblings, it's clear that they're still a part of the family dynamics.

Now, let's get to the interesting part: Maria Shriver looked stunning in her black Hermès Birkin bag, which can cost anywhere between $5K and $500K. We're talking designer handbags here - the kind that make you go 'wow!' Arnold, on the other hand, opted for a more casual look with his black cardigan covered in patriotic patches and orange pants.

The Austrian-born 76-year-old and his 69-year-old ex made sure to invite their daughter Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt and her husband Chris Pratt

But what caught our attention was when Patrick placed a hand on Arnold's chest as they bid farewell to each other. Awkward much?

And just like that, the awkward family dinner came to an end - but not before we spotted some notable absentees. Joseph Baena, Arnold's love child with their housekeeper Mildred 'Patty' Baena, was nowhere to be found. Talk about a drama-filled family reunion!

As it turns out, Arnold and Maria's complicated history is still very much alive and kicking. We're talking about the infamous divorce settlement that left them both shaken.

The 35-year-old influencer (R) and the 46-year-old Terminal List actor (L) are proud parents of three children under age 5, as well as his 13-year-old son Jack from his first marriage to Anna Faris

Last April, Maria even opened up about her feelings in her poetry book I Am Maria: 'The divorce broke my heart, it broke my spirit, it broke what was left of me.' She also revealed that without her marriage to Arnold, she felt lost and broken.

On the other hand, Arnold seems to be moving on - literally. He's set to star as Santa Claus in Adam Shankman's Christmas comedy The Man with the Bag for Amazon MGM Studios, which hits theaters on October 3. We can't wait to see him bring some holiday cheer!

In related news, Maria Shriver is keeping busy too - she's still editing her publication The Sunday Paper and remains a special anchor at NBC News. She and Patrick are also co-founders of the granola bar company MOSH: The Brain Brand, which helps fund Alzheimer's research.

Arnold and Maria's most elusive children - Christina Schwarzenegger and Christopher Schwarzenegger - made an appearance at the fancy sushi meal

And there you have it - Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver's awkward family dinner in all its glory! Who knows what the future holds for this complicated couple? One thing's for sure: we'll be keeping a close eye on their drama-filled lives.

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The Chicago-born journalist beamed while toting a black Hermès Birkin bag, which can cost anywhere between $5K and $500K

The FUBAR producer-star opted for a black cardigan covered in patriotic patches with along with orange pants

At one point, Patrick placed a hand on Arnold's chest as they bid farewell to each other

Schwarzenegger then hopped into the passenger's seat of a towering black GMC SUV

Missing from the family reunion was the seven-time Mr. Olympia's love child Joseph Baena (R, pictured June 11) who, more than any of his other children, has been following in his bodybuilding footsteps

Maria famously discovered Arnold had secretly fathered the 27-year-old real estate agent with their housekeeper Mildred 'Patty' Baena (R, pictured in 2019) during a 'one-night stand,' which ended their 25-year marriage in 2011 before their divorce was finalized in 2021

Last Thursday, Schwarzenegger made a joke about the divorce while helping induct journalist Chris Wallace (M) into the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The Emmy winner said during the ceremony: 'I know a lot about journalists. I've been interviewed by thousands and thousands of journalists. But not only that, I was also married to a journalist. The only difference between Chris and Maria is that Chris has never taken half my money'

The swipe came four months after Arnold quipped at Amazon Upfronts of his 1996 film: 'Jingle All the Way was the greatest Christmas movie of all time. They play it the whole month of December. I know because my ex-wife calls me about the residual' (pictured May 12 with Jamie Lee Curtis)

Last April, Shriver admitted in her poetry book I Am Maria that the divorce 'broke my heart, it broke my spirit, it broke what was left of me. Without my marriage, my parents, a job — the dam of my lifelong capital-D Denial just blew apart'

The niece of President John F. Kennedy currently focuses on editing her publication The Sunday Paper, she remains a special anchor at NBC News, and she and Patrick are co-founders of the granola bar company MOSH: The Brain Brand, which helps fund Alzheimer's research

Schwarzenegger will next portray Santa Claus opposite Alan Ritchson's (L) henchman in Adam Shankman's Christmas comedy The Man with the Bag for Amazon MGM Studios, which will be released on October 3