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Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is in all kinds of trouble with his wife Maria Shriver after he admitted fathering a child with their maid over a decade ago.

Schwarzenegger was forced to admit the affair after the mother of his love child, 50-year old Mildred "Patty" Baena threatened to go public with the story.

Schwarzenegger fired Baena, who had worked for the family for 20 years -- then admitted the affair to his wife of 25 years. Upon learning of the deception Shriver immediately seperated from her husband.

"After leaving the governor's office I told my wife about this event, which occurred over a decade ago," Schwarzenegger said. "I understand and deserve the feelings of anger and disappointment among my friends and family. There are no excuses and I take full responsibility for the hurt I have caused. I have apologized to Maria, my children and my family. I am truly sorry."

According to various reports, Baena was pregnant with the now 14-year old boy at the same time Shriver was pregnant with her 13-year old son Christopher.

Baena pictured with her and Arnold's love child

Shriver released a statement saying she is devastated.

"This is a painful and heartbreaking time. As a mother my concern is for the children. I ask for compassion, respect and privacy as my children and I try to rebuild our lives and heal. I will have no further comment," she said.

Arnold and Maria in happier times

Shriver and Schwarzenegger have two other children, a 17-year old son and 21-year old daughter.