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Arnold Schwarzenegger is undoubtedly the greatest bodybuilder of all time. Not only did he win 7 Mr. Olympia titles, but he helped shape and create bodybuilding as a popular sport. However, the former Governor of California also had a career as an actor, which, although paid him well, did not let him enjoy it as much.

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Schwarzenegger’s acting career is not particularly short and brief. The bodybuilder, Austrian Oak, has left the world with some memorable characters like Conan and The Terminator. However, he revealed a shocking truth about some honest feelings he had back in the days of shooting.

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Arnie used to find work bland

In the latest Rich Roll Podcast, Arnold Schwarzenegger is featured in the episode titled, “Arnold Schwarzenegger Is The Influencer We Need Right Now”. From almost the beginning of the show, Schwarzenegger explains how he had such a monotonous life where he would go to the set and get his makeup done and be there for his job, just like any plumber. He stated, “In reality, I feel like when I work for instance, in the movie, I really don’t feel like it’s any different than being a plumber.”

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Furthermore, the bodybuilding beast also reflected, how the entire process and the work itself felt rather bland, with no intrigue or excitement. He disclosed, “I’m sitting there like an idiot at five in the morning”.

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As the conversation goes on, Arnie also looks back at the time when he used to have his meals with his crew.

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Schwarzenegger talked about the times when he ate with the crew. He firmly tells the audience that it made no difference to him whether he ate with the crew or not because he never felt he was a star. He said, “When people can say, ‘you’re so nice you eat with the crew’, I feel like I’m the crew. I’m just one of them, right? We are all trying to make a good movie.”

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Bodybuilders have often ventured into the world of entertainment, mostly because of their magnificent physique. At times when bodybuilding wouldn’t pay for one’s rest, acting would wrap them up in luxurious items. But even so, some bodybuilders would never take up the air of a star. Who is your favorite bodybuilder-turned-actor? Let us know in the comments below.

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Pritha Halder is a Golf writer at EssentiallySports. Specializing in covering the off-court life of PGA Tour players, she brings to life the drama, triumphs and challenges of the athletes in the game. Having completed her Bachelor's in English Language and Literature from a multidisciplinary university, Pritha started her career as a writer for a literary magazine, before delving into the world of golf. Her early interest in the sport blossomed after reading a New York Times article "Tiger Woods and the Game of Life." Since then, she's continued to immerse herself into the sport and learn its techniques so her articles can connect to the dedicated and passionate niche fanbase. In her free time, Pritha loves binging on sports animes, Haikyuu being one of her favorites.

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