Arnold Schwarzenegger returned to posting on Reddit after a long period of inactivity. However, Schwarzenegger regularly engages with fans on Reddit, as well as on Twitter and Instagram. In fact, the seven-time Mr. Olympia is even participating in conversations in different Reddit groups. On June 3, user DestinyCE posted on the r/popculture group with 1.1 million members. “Which celebrities are ACTUALLY self-made?” wrote the user, and the post went rival with thousands of comments.

However, something unexpected happened as group members named names, and debated which celebrity could be called self-made. After one user commented how the $450 million net worth actor once said no one successful can truly claim to be self-made, the bodybuilding icon himself joined the conversation.

Why does Arnold Schwarzenegger think it’s a misconception to call him self-made?

Group member Multiplebees answered the question by quoting Arnie. The user found the 75-year-old’s 2012 University of Huston commencement speech “really beautiful.” Schwarzenegger said that he didn’t become world-famous on his own and to accept the fact would “discount” all those who helped him.

While many people commented their take on the Multiplebees’ comment, no one expected Arnie to reply. The seven-time Mr. Olympia explained his situation. He explained how he was born in a house without plumbing, how World War 2 ravaged Austria, and how it compelled him to chase his dream in America.

Read More | “Thorminator”: Arnold Schwarzenegger and Chris Hemsworth Blows Up the Internet With Their “Unexpected” Viral Crossover

Top Stories

Everything You Need to Know About Mr. Olympia’s Sole Owner Jake Wood, Who Also Brought Ms. Olympia Back

Rapper Lil Wayne Reveals Secret Behind Ripped Physique Despite Maintaining Distance From the Gym: “Vegetables Are Included in Every Meal”

Alan Ritchson vs. Prime Arnold Schwarzenegger: Physique Comparison

“Steroids Ruined Him”: After 20-Year-Old Left Scarred for Life, Bodybuilding Icon Warns Young People Not to Risk Their Health for Unachievable Transformations

Years After Bagging His Third Title, Former Natural Mr. Universe Flaunts His Super Shredded Physique

“I think I can safely say that self-made just doesn’t exist,” wrote the Terminator actor. He respected all the celebrities people listed in the comments section and acknowledged that they “worked their asses off.” However, like his 2012 speech, Arnie said he and every other successful person got help. “Somebody made you,” wrote Arnie and said those who accept the word “self-made” as “bogus” credit a list of people who helped them achieve success. The Austrian Oak also named those who helped him become a global icon.

The people who helped the seven-time Mr. Oympia who he is today

The 75-year-old former Governor reiterated something he has stated in the past. Throughout his life not one, but millions have helped him become who he is. “Not me. Millions,” wrote Schwarzenegger. If millions didn’t love Schwarzenegger, he wouldn’t have become the Governor of California, nor could he successfully return to acting through Netflix.

Arnold Schwarzenegger also said when successful people realize they didn’t achieve everything themselves, they learn to help others. “You owe some help. Bring someone else up that ladder,” the bodybuilding legend stated.

Watch This Story | Bodybuilding Beast Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Top Six Pack Workouts