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Many bodybuilding fans across the globe consider Arnold Schwarzenegger to be the greatest bodybuilder ever. Over the years, many Schwarzenegger lookalikes have come and gone, but only a few, like Calum Von Moger and Arnie’s son Joseph Baena, have stood out. Baena has continued to impress fans as he grows into his physical potential, looking like his father every day. However, 31-year-old Joel Kellett has taken the internet by storm. While Kellett’s facial structure might not match the seven-time, Mr. Olympia, his physique has uncanny resemblances.

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YouTuber?Tomigains?was among the first people who posted about Kellett’s physique looking like Arnold Schwarzenegger’s. However, he didn’t know the identity of the bodybuilder. Recently, the Insta page Golden Iron Bodybuilding uploaded a compilation of the natural bodybuilder and posted it.

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The Instagram bodybuilding page uploaded the compilation clip of Joel Kellett with the caption,?“Resurrecting golden era bodybuilding naturally.”

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The page also tagged the bodybuilder. Joel Kellett, a.k.a. OverKell on Instagram is a natural bodybuilder who shares inanely similar genetics with none other than the seven-time Mr. Olympia. Besides building a physique, Kellett also competes.

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The 31-year-old Arnold Schwarzenegger lookalike recently won an amateur bodybuilding competition under the ANB (Australasian Natural Bodybuilding Association). From his chest, biceps, triceps, and back, Kellett looks nearly identical to the Austrian seven-time Mr. Olympia winner. On stage, the bodybuilder looked like a downsized Arnold Schwarzenegger, and fans agreed.

Fans couldn’t believe how similar Kellett’s physique looked compared to Arnie

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One fan was convinced that Kellett is actually the former Mr. Universe.?“So you’re saying to me that he is not Arnold,”?wrote the fan. Another fan pointed out his top-tier genetics.?“Bro has Arnold genetics,”?commented the user. A third bodybuilding enthusiast scrutinized the natural bodybuilder’s physique in detail.?“Almost the exact muscle insertions as the Oak. It?s insane he looks this amazing natural,”?the user wrote.?

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“He would probably be an exact replica of Arnold if he ever decides to hop on a cycle,”?added the user. Besides having a Schwarzenegger-like physique, one fan thought Kellett would make the perfect Superman. “Christopher Reeves (1st Superman) face, Arnold?s body,” the comment said. Another user echoed the same sentiment.?”He is best for the upcoming Superman Legacy,” commented the user. What did you feel about Joel Kellett’s physique? Do you think Joseph Baena will look even better at 31? Write your thoughts in the comments.

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Sagnik Bagchi is a Senior Writer at EssentiallySports, covering collegiate and Olympic sports through opinion‑driven storytelling. His volleyball reporting often spotlights program shifts and leadership changes, including Harper Murray’s evolving role and John Cook’s candid retirement reflections at Nebraska. With nearly four years in sports media, Sagnik has contributed across key beats, from the Paris 2024 Newsbreak team to behind‑the‑scenes coverage of the NHL Playoffs. An English Literature postgraduate, Sagnik’s versatility spans bodybuilding, US sports, and Olympic disciplines. As a former Senior Bodybuilding Writer, his work earned recognition from IFBB Pro Greg Doucette. His adaptability and consistency have resulted in a place in EssentiallySports’ Journalistic Excellence Program, where selected writers work with industry mentors to refine their reporting and analytical skills.

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