Inside Meinhard Schwarzenegger's Life: Archival Photos and Netflix Documentary Revelations
By James H. Sterling
When Meinhard died, he left behind his partner, Erika Knapp, and their three-year-old son, Patrick Knapp Schwarzenegger, born in 1968.
Arnold never escaped his brother's ghost, but he found a way to make amends by supporting Meinhard's son. Once established as a global box-office titan, Arnold stepped in as Patrick's benefactor, bringing him to the United States, financing his education, and helping guide his life.
Patrick thrived in America. He earned degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and the University of Southern California Gould School of Law, building a prominent career as a transactional and entertainment attorney. He even managed several of his uncle's commercial and legal ventures. The bond between Arnold and Patrick turned an old family tragedy into a relationship defined by redemption and mutual respect.
James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.
