Maria Shriver Reflects on Divorce and Healing in Upcoming Memoir

Shriver's book, 'I Am Maria,' offers a candid account of the emotional toll of her split from Arnold Schwarzenegger and her journey toward self-discovery.

Maria Shriver's memoir, 'I Am Maria,' set for release on April 1, 2025, explores her healing process following her 2011 divorce from Arnold Schwarzenegger.
The book reveals how Schwarzenegger's affair with their housekeeper and the resulting secret child profoundly impacted Shriver's sense of identity and emotional well-being.
Shriver describes her divorce as 'brutal,' recounting feelings of grief, fear, and confusion, compounded by the loss of her parents during the same period.
She credits her children with demonstrating resilience and courage during the upheaval, praising their ability to navigate the challenges of their altered family dynamic.
Through poetry and self-reflection, Shriver found a path to healing and rediscovery, challenging societal beliefs about self-worth and relationships.

San Francisco Chronicle