Arnold Schwarzenegger, commonly known as Governor Schwarzenegger, is an Austrian-American actor, filmmaker, businessman, investor, author, philanthropist, activist, and former professional bodybuilder and politician. He served two terms as the 38th Governor of California from 2003 to 2011. Schwarzenegger is a household name due to his successful acting career in films such as The Terminator, Commando, and Predator. He is also well known for his political career, having served as governor of California from 2003 to 2011.