Arnold Schwarzenegger Opens Up About Pacemaker Surgery and Heart Health
Arnold Schwarzenegger, actor, politician, and fitness legend, has revealed that he recently underwent pacemaker surgery. The news came directly from his own podcast, Arnold’s Pump Club, where he chose to speak candidly about his health journey.
By sharing his experience, Schwarzenegger not only updated fans on his condition but also broke down the stigma that often surrounds men discussing medical issues. His message was clear: true strength is about facing challenges, not hiding them.
A History of Heart Challenges
This isn’t Schwarzenegger’s first encounter with serious heart procedures. His health journey spans decades:
1997 – Underwent his first open-heart surgery at age 49 to replace a defective aortic valve.
2018 – Faced complications during a planned valve replacement, which became an emergency open-heart surgery.
2020 – Received another valve replacement due to ongoing cardiac issues.
2025 – Most recently, received a pacemaker to regulate heartbeat irregularities caused by scar tissue from previous surgeries.
Despite these hurdles, Schwarzenegger has repeatedly returned to acting, advocacy, and public life, proving his resilience.
Why Schwarzenegger Needed a Pacemaker
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