Homemade oatmeal cookies, a soup-loving pig, and a parade of pets roaming a multimillion-dollar estate—this isn’t a storybook. It’s Arnold Schwarzenegger’s daily reality. Once the Terminator, Arnold has embraced a gentler role: devoted animal dad.
At 78, he has stepped away from the red carpet, exchanging it for the rustle of hooves and joyful squeals. Sharing his Mediterranean-style mansion with his partner, Heather Milligan, and a collection of beloved animals, Arnold now structures his days around oatmeal, routines, and unconditional love.
Nestled in Pacific Palisades, one of L.A.’s most exclusive neighborhoods, Arnold’s estate spans more than two and a half acres. It offers sweeping views of the ocean and surrounding canyons. Once a bustling family home, it now serves as a quiet retreat for Arnold, Heather, and their six pets, who roam freely between house and grounds.
The home doubles as a family hub. His five adult children—Katherine, Christina, Patrick, Christopher, and Joseph—visit often. The seven-bedroom estate easily accommodates shared meals, outdoor time, and casual gatherings. Despite his split from Maria Shriver in 2021, Arnold has maintained a cordial relationship, and the family remains close.