Arnold Schwarzenegger: Maria Shriver and I “Love Each Other Very Much”

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver announced yesterday that they had separated, but the couple is still in contact and, according to former California Governor, they are "taking one day at a time" and even "s' much love. "

While accepting his award Tuesday night at a celebration 63rd Independence Day of Israel at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles, Schwarzenegger open about their separation.

He thanked the public for "the enormous support and love you have given us over the past 24 hours, " and noted, "I just spoke to Maria about an hour ago before coming here ... We both said the same thing - we are extremely happy to be surrounded by so many wonderful people, so many wonderful friends. "

Schwarzenegger added: "We both love each other very much ... We are very fortunate to have four extraordinary children. And we take one day at a time. Ultimately, we want to thank everyone for their great, great support. "

Yesterday the couple issued a joint statement they said they had separated after 25 years of marriage.