AceShowbiz - Arnold Schwarzenegger and his longtime partner Heather Milligan attended the Austrian World Summit together on June 16, E! News reports. The event, held in Vienna, also featured former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, who joined the gathering to support the Schwarzenegger Climate Initiative’s environmental goals.

Milligan, who works as a physical therapist, was originally recommended to Schwarzenegger by Sylvester Stallone to aid his recovery from shoulder surgery, Yahoo notes. Their professional connection turned personal after Schwarzenegger completed his therapy and invited Milligan to lunch to express his gratitude, which ultimately led to their relationship, Independent adds. The couple, who began dating in 2013, made a public appearance at the summit after keeping their partnership mostly private over the years.

Founded by Schwarzenegger in 2017, the Austrian World Summit promotes environmental protection and the fight against pollution. At the event, Schwarzenegger emphasized the need for local and state-level action to combat pollution, describing the summit’s theme as unstoppable, Independent reports. Milligan, who rarely appears publicly due to her demanding role managing a large physical therapy clinic in West Los Angeles, accompanied Schwarzenegger in support of these initiatives.

Arnold Schwarzenegger is best known for his iconic role as the Terminator in The Terminator and has amassed 58 acting credits throughout his career. His ongoing commitment to environmental activism complements his enduring legacy in film and public service.

This appearance highlights the couple’s shared dedication not only to their personal bond but also to causes they both champion. Their joint presence at the summit underscores how Schwarzenegger continues to leverage his platform to inspire climate action while maintaining a supportive partnership with Milligan, whose expertise and work ethic he has publicly admired.

This article is based on reporting originally published by E! News.