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'Shark Tank' fans criticize Maria Shriver and Patrick Schwarzenegger for seeking funding for Mosh despite their wealth

Maria Shriver, the former First Lady of California faced widespread criticism from viewers for seeking funds on the show

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Maria Shriver was in the business of bringing her children's dreams true. However, following their entrepreneurial debut on 'Shark Tank' on Friday, May 3, the former First Lady of California faced widespread criticism from viewers. Many questioned how she and her son, Patrick Schwarzenegger, founded Mosh and why they chose to take a chance with the sharks.

According to Maria, presenting in front of 'Shark Tank's panel of possible investors, which included Mark Cuban, Robert Herjavec, Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner, Daymond John, and Kevin O'Leary, was not an easy task. Following multiple efforts and rejections, the journalist claims that Patrick worked hard as producers put him through his "paces" and forced him to "pass all of these hurdles."

While trolling the mother-son duo, viewers on X wrote, "Maria Shriver and her son asking for money on @ABCSharkTank tonight." Another user questioned, "Now why in the hell are Maria Shriver and her son with Arnold Schwarzenegger on #SharkTank looking for a deal???"

One fan asked, "Patrick and Maria come from one of the richest families in the world combined with Hollywood. Why are they asking for $ and why is no one asking why they are asking for $?" Another added, "“We are full time employees but we don’t take salaries”" 

One fuming viewer worte, "Patrick and Maria just pissed me off. Yeah, I said it. Read the room … small business owners and entrepreneurs bust their asses to make it. Those two, of all people, can fund their own company. I actually the pitch and especially the deal." Another person added, "I like the mission, but Maria Shriver is a KENNEDY for crying out loud. Their "friends and family" are some of the richest people in the world- why are they in the." 

Throwing a dig at the duo, one fan wrote, "Why does the son of @Schwarzenegger (net worth: $450 million) and @mariashriver (net worth: $200 million) need an investment from a shark? Let's keep @ABCSharkTank for people who actually need the money. #SharkTank."

What is 'Shark Tank's MOSH?

Maria and her son Patrick launched Mosh, a company focused on brain health and wellness. The company specializes in creating protein bars made with nutrient-dense, clean-labeled ingredients designed to energize the brain and body.

Who are the founders of 'Shark Tank's Mosh?

Maria Shriver is an American journalist, author, member of the Kennedy family, and former First Lady of California. She founded the non-profit organization The Women's Alzheimer's Movement and was previously married to former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Patrick Schwarzenegger is an American actor and the son of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver. He has invested in consumer packaged goods firms, including Liquid IV, Poppi, and Super Coffee.

'Shark Tank's Mosh has raised $3 million  

Mosh raised $3 million in Series A investment from MSA Advisors, LLC (Main Street Advisors), Joyance Ventures, The Lab Capital Advisors, Verso Capital, and Entrepreneur Ventures. The acquisition would speed the company's retail distribution plan as it enters the worldwide brain health supplement industry, which is expected to reach $16 billion by 2030.

For those who missed the episode, it will be available on demand the following day and on Hulu. Additionally, viewers can explore past 'Shark Tank' seasons and episodes on Amazon Prime Video and iTunes.