How Expensive Was Arnold Schwarzenegger And Maria Shriver's Divorce?

For every movie poster featuring his name, there was a paycheck in Arnold Schwarzenegger's pocket. He earned millions of dollars per year before making the leap from actor to politician — enough to decline the yearly salary offered during his tenure as governor of California. Maria Shriver, on the other hand, received her income through inheritance, as per Celebrity Net Worth. As a direct descendant of the Kennedy family, Shriver is entitled to income from the Vornado Realty Trust and Vornado Realty Inc., each valued at $7.5 million. According to TMZ, at the time of their separation Schwarzenegger had amassed a fortune valued at $300 million, while Shriver's wealth totaled $100 million.

The two did not have a prenup when they tied the knot in 1986, and under California law, all earnings and other property acquired during the marriage is considered community property, which means a 50/50 split, per DivorceNet. Not only did Shriver believe she was entitled to half the estate, but she also demanded Schwarzenegger pay her monthly spousal support, according to Radar.

The couple dragged out their divorce for over a decade before reaching a settlement in 2021. According to court documents obtained by Radar, Shriver walked away with half of Schwarzenegger's Screen Actor's Guild retirement plan and half the money they earned in the duration of their marriage, most of which came from Schwarzenegger's acting career, per Celebrity Net Worth. The terms of the settlement also grant Shriver the entirety of the former couple's estate — $400 million — if Schwarzenegger dies.

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