Arnold Schwarzenegger shouts out to his mother on the eve of his 75th birthday
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Arnold Schwarzenegger passed a major age milestone this weekend -- but he doesn't really want to talk about it...instead, he focused on his late mother, with a very touching tribute.
The former California governor and legendary movie star hit the big 7-5 on Saturday, and he's receiving tons of tributes online and elsewhere...with everyone wishing him a happy 75th birthday. Sure, it's well deserved, but AS's mind seems to be elsewhere right now.
On Friday, the day before Arnold's birthday, he posted a keepsake for his mother, Aurelia, who he says would have turned 100. He explains how much his mother meant to him during his lifetime, and what she taught him growing up that he still defends today.
Arnold writes: "Today my mother, Aurelia, would have turned 100. She was the best mother you could imagine and I will always love her. I can't explain how much she meant to me , but that's the number one reason I wouldn't call myself self-taught."
He adds, "She showed me unconditional love, the importance of keeping my house clean, how to make the perfect schnitzel, and patience. Lots of patience. Be sure to tell your mothers how much they matter to you!"
Aurelia died while visiting the grave of her late husband, Gustav, in her native Austria in 1998. She collapsed during the visit after suffering a heart attack - and although she was transported by plane to the nearest hospital, she died.< /p>
It really affected Arnold at the time, who was in his prime as a Hollywood star... he said his world was shattered, and clearly -- his mother's death still means a lot to him today .
He wants to celebrate it, and the world wants to celebrate it...just celebrate the Schwarzeneggers in general this week, because they've given us all so much. Happy Birthday!
Composition TMZ/Getty
Arnold Schwarzenegger passed a major age milestone this weekend -- but he doesn't really want to talk about it...instead, he focused on his late mother, with a very touching tribute.
The former California governor and legendary movie star hit the big 7-5 on Saturday, and he's receiving tons of tributes online and elsewhere...with everyone wishing him a happy 75th birthday. Sure, it's well deserved, but AS's mind seems to be elsewhere right now.
On Friday, the day before Arnold's birthday, he posted a keepsake for his mother, Aurelia, who he says would have turned 100. He explains how much his mother meant to him during his lifetime, and what she taught him growing up that he still defends today.
Arnold writes: "Today my mother, Aurelia, would have turned 100. She was the best mother you could imagine and I will always love her. I can't explain how much she meant to me , but that's the number one reason I wouldn't call myself self-taught."
He adds, "She showed me unconditional love, the importance of keeping my house clean, how to make the perfect schnitzel, and patience. Lots of patience. Be sure to tell your mothers how much they matter to you!"
Aurelia died while visiting the grave of her late husband, Gustav, in her native Austria in 1998. She collapsed during the visit after suffering a heart attack - and although she was transported by plane to the nearest hospital, she died.< /p>
It really affected Arnold at the time, who was in his prime as a Hollywood star... he said his world was shattered, and clearly -- his mother's death still means a lot to him today .
He wants to celebrate it, and the world wants to celebrate it...just celebrate the Schwarzeneggers in general this week, because they've given us all so much. Happy Birthday!
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