in another thread people were talking about how surprised they were after all those years together. I mentioned as did others, that he has been known in circles for not only having a wandering eye, but for allegations of alleged inappropriate issues with co-workers, etc. So, this really, sadly, comes as no surprise to me.
So, he had an "affair" with his/wifes Assistant, the woman who was a household staffer and they have a male child, who probably had all kinds of contact with the entire family.

Goodness, those kids!!
Maria found out
only this week (the kid is ten) when they then announced the separation. The woman actually came out and said he was
not the father of the child, but then Arnold admitted it and she now has no comment.
Personally, I think they are both despicable with no self respect for themselves or respect for others. Imagine how Maria's kids must feel, never mind Maria Shriver. And that little boy, he probably never knew either, just sad how adults make these decisions and "burden" kids with adult situations they are generally unable to understand

I hope they can all move forward after this all dies down, and it will....
And as far as cheating goes, if you want out, for goodness sakes,
get OUT, Why must you cause further destruction?