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    Schwarzenegger son hurt in Malibu surf mishap

    LOS ANGELES (AP) — The youngest son of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver is recovering in a hospital after a body-boarding accident at a Malibu beach last weekend, a family statement said Friday.

    Christopher Schwarzenegger, 13, "is a brave boy and is expected to make a full recovery," the statement said.

    The teen suffered a collapsed lung and broken bones. Shriver was composed when she alerted emergency workers in a phone call — apparently from the beach — about 12:20 p.m. Sunday.

    He "can't move off the beach — maybe like a broken ribs or something like that," Shriver tells a Los Angeles County Fire Department operator, according to a recording released by the department.

    "He's having trouble breathing," she says.

    Two of his siblings tweeted about their 13-year-old brother: Sister Katherine says "he's a tough little guy and getting better," and brother Patrick says "keep praying."

    The statement thanked paramedics, lifeguards, doctors and hospital staff who have cared for the injured teen.

    The statement was issued by the former California governor and Shriver. The couple are separated and in the midst of a divorce.

     

    306 comments

    • Karacareaboutit  •  10 mths ago
      The son suffered a collapsed lung and broken bones. This what we should focus on. He does not deserve insensitive comments about his parents. I hope you have a quick recovery and get back to enjoying your life. My prayers are definitely with you.
      • Samantha Stevens 10 mths ago
        Exactly!
      • Granny All 10 mths ago
        I am so glad this is the first comment I read. I'm stopping here!
      • L 10 mths ago
        I TOTALLY agree but unfortunately our sick society dwells on the ugly... so very sad!
    • Robin  •  10 mths ago
      Can't this for once be about a child that was injured and not about what your opinions are of his parents??? Grow up!!
      • tammy 10 mths ago
        agreed
      • Melinda M 10 mths ago
        I agree Robin. Some people just have no respect for anyone.
      • the-omni 10 mths ago
        Well said Robin!
    • Maggie  •  10 mths ago
      Get well
      • virginia 10 mths ago
        Speedy recovery Christopher
    • Kitcat  •  10 mths ago
      This is about a child being hurt not about the parents.... Hope all well with his recovery and that the Schwarzenegger's will stop being judged during this time... I will pray for his recovery.
      • victor 10 mths ago
        Get well soon for God is with you.
    • ZoraidaR  •  10 mths ago
      what happened between maria n arnold is no bodys buisness ,what matters is that their son is alive n recupperating .Thank god it could have been worst.
      • Samantha Stevens 10 mths ago
        Exactly! Thank goodness it wan't worse and that he will recover soon.
      • Seattle 10 mths ago
        Worst?
      • A Yahoo! User 10 mths ago
        could have been worst...hahahahha...you total and complete moron
    • Tyranee Williams  •  10 mths ago
      I am glad he is better. I will continue to pray for him.
    • Kyara Exaquilaria  •  10 mths ago
      I hope that Christopher recovers well and will be able to be up and about in no time flat!

      As for the remarks about the upcoming divorce of his parents, shame on the AP wire for that! This kid has more to worry about than the selfishness of his parents! Keep good energies flowing for him and his siblings.
    • LETHA  •  10 mths ago
      Our prayers are with the family.
    • John  •  10 mths ago
      OUCH!! Get well!
    • CJ  •  10 mths ago
      Prayers for this young man for a rapid recovery.
    • Mandy  •  10 mths ago
      get well soon......:)
    • maria  •  10 mths ago
      thank god he's fine ,forget about the parents its about the young boy. and he suffered an accident 'please say a little prayer for a quick recovery
    • Billy Pilgrim  •  10 mths ago
      Give this kid a break, he was out having fun, good for him. I broke my ribs body boarding a few years ago, it hurts, but he'll be OK. The surf is serious out there!
    • mylittlemomo  •  10 mths ago
      Another article said he was boogie boarding. What I would like to know is was he boogie boarding near the rocks? How else could he get all those broken bones?
    • Lori  •  10 mths ago
      Get well young fella. Your in good hands at one of the best hospital. My prayers are with you and the family, especially your mother who is an angel.
    • street rodder  •  10 mths ago
      take some surfing lessons and learn all that you can about surfing i was almost killed on a surf board it is so important to know what you are doing so you can avoid getting hurt know about the area that you are surfing in weather it is safe or not accidents do happen your young and will heal quickly get back up and surf again it is a wonderful sport and addictive once you get the hang of it glad to hear you are ok.
    • Natural Blonde  •  10 mths ago
      I wish you a speedy recovery Christopher and we'll keep you in our prayers. God speed sweetheart!!
    • p4sunhawaii  •  10 mths ago
      AAAhh.. God Bless! I Kids are everything and sometimes having fun anyone can get hurt, kids will be kids.. Hope for a safe recovery.. Hugs...
    • She  •  10 mths ago
      Hoping and praying that you'll make a full recovery, Christopher!
    • James  •  10 mths ago
      how can he suffer that much body damage in the water?
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