Bodybuilding Legend Arnold Schwarzenegger Raises $5.8 Million For A Noble Cause
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The 9th Annual Arnold Schwarzenegger-Westime Charity Night took place on October 8th in the presence of Arnold Schwarzenegger himself. This event is conducted every year to benefit the After-School All-Stars. The charity aims to provide after-school programs to keep children safe during their school life. Not only schools, but also they provide help to other communities throughout the United States.
Arnold Schwarzenegger is a retired IFBB professional bodybuilder. Schwarzenegger is one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time, having won seven Mr. Olympias. Originally from Austria, it was really hard for Schwarzenegger to sustain himself in America. But he did succeed in the end. He is also a reputed Hollywood actor. He was the 38th governor of California between 2003 and 2011.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger raises funds for charity
While the host of the event was Arnold Schwarzenegger himself, it was a night of kindness. The event was held on October 8th at the house of the ASAS Founder and Honorary Board Chair. ASAS stands for After-School All-Stars.
A total of $5.8 million was raised by the school programs. Over $20 million has been raised in total as a result of this event. This is a huge success for Arnold Schwarzenegger, the founder of ASAS.
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One of the greatest and most thrilling fundraising events of the evening was the live auction. During the auction, a lot of famous original paintings were sold.
All this wouldn’t have been possible without the presence of Arnold Schwarzenegger and other respected entities of the event. Schwarzenegger founded ASAS in the year 1992. He has always been supportive of kids who have no plans after school and has guided them to a proper future.
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s infamous journey
Arnold Schwarzenegger also known as “the Austrian Oak.” Born in the tiny village of Thal in Austria. Schwarzenegger didn’t have a good childhood. His father worked as a police chief while his mother was a homemaker. Arnold took interest in bodybuilding when his soccer coach took him to the local gym.
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Despite all the struggle, he managed to become a world-famous bodybuilder who is the inspiration for a lot of aspiring competitive bodybuilders. After excelling in bodybuilding, Schwarzenegger set foot on American soil to act in Hollywood.
While everyone made statements that he wouldn’t make it in Hollywood, he kept on trying and never gave up on his goals. He starred in the infamous Terminator franchise. He also acted in other movies like Twins, Predator, and many more blockbuster movies.
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Schwarzenegger is a perfect inspiration for young people who want to follow their passion despite how hard the road is. Do you think it was a great gesture by Arnold Schwarzenegger to raise such a large amount for the development of children in need? Let us know in the comment section.
Edited by:
Pritam Priyedarshi