Arnold Schwarzenegger admits having a child outside marriage

Arnold Schwarzenegger has admitted fathering a child with a long-serving member of his household staff.
And while the 'event' happened more than 10 years ago, the former Governor of California only told his wife Maria Shriver about it earlier this year - leading to the couple's split.

It is believed the member of staff in question had worked for the Schwarzenegger family for more than 20 years, but retired in January. In a statement released to the LA Times, Schwarzenegger, who has four children with Shriver, said:

'After leaving the governor's office I told my wife about this event, which occurred over a decade ago.

'I understand and deserve the feelings of anger and disappointment among my friends and family. There are no excuses and I take full responsibility for the hurt I have caused. I have apologised to Maria, my children and my family. I am truly sorry.

'I ask that the media respect my wife and children through this extremely difficult time. While I deserve your attention and criticism, my family does not.'

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