Arnold Schwarzenegger

Arnold Schwarzenegger was born in 1947 in Thal, Austria, and moved to the U.S. in 1968 with a single suitcase and an unshakable dream. He became a seven-time Mr. Olympia champion, an international film star through hits like The Terminator, Predator, and True Lies, and later served as the 38th governor of California.

Beyond fame, he has dedicated his life to philanthropy—founding After-School All-Stars, promoting environmental reform, and supporting the Special Olympics for over four decades. He continues to mentor young leaders and inspire millions worldwide through his newsletter Arnold’s Pump Club and public speaking.

Now in his seventies, Schwarzenegger lives by the same rule that began it all: “Be useful, work hard, stay hungry, and give back.” His life—and this book—prove that anyone, no matter where they start, can build an extraordinary legacy of purpose and impact.