Early Life and Family
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Arnold Schwarzenegger's early life laid the foundation for his future successes. Here is a timeline of his childhood and family life.
Birth
July 30, 1947
Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger was born in Thal, near Graz, Austria, to parents Gustav and Aurelia Schwarzenegger.
Childhood and Early Influences
1950s-1960s
Growing up in Thal, Arnold was influenced by bodybuilders training at the nearby Thalersee. He was particularly inspired by the film 'Hercules And The Captive Women' starring Reg Park, which shaped his ambition to become a bodybuilder.
Father's Death
December 1, 1972
Arnold's father, Gustav Schwarzenegger, passed away on December 1, 1972.