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Arnold Schwarzenegger, the iconic actor, former bodybuilding champion, and politician, recently took to Instagram to reveal the long-awaited release of his new book. The announcement left fans and enthusiasts eager to get their hands on a copy of this exclusive piece of literary history. Titled “ARNOLD,” the book is a remarkable photographic homage spanning a decade of collaboration, capturing Schwarzenegger’s extraordinary journey from poverty to becoming Mr. Olympia, a renowned movie star, and ultimately the Governor of California.

However, it wasn’t the announcement itself that captured the interest of netizens, instead, it was a humorous comment made by his son. As a result, due to the book’s substantial price tag, Patrick Schwarzenegger succeeded in stealing the limelight from his famous father’s book announcement with just one clever remark on the price cut. Despite being worth $450 million, the Austrian Oak, nevertheless, engages in petty negotiations.

Terminator-ing the price: Amusing haggling over book price between Arnold Schwarzenegger and his son

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The book announcement video post was uploaded by the book’s publisher, Taschen, on their official Instagram account. The post was later shared by Arnold Schwarzenegger with a caption, “Pre-order ARNOLD now at the link in my bio!!… Limited to 1,947 copies, each numbered and signed by Arnold Schwarzenegger.

The book showcases an impressive collection of portraits taken by some of the world’s leading artists and photographers, including Richard Avedon, Annie Leibovitz, Robert Mapplethorpe, Herb Ritts, Francesco Scavullo, and Andy Warhol. Alongside these captivating portraits are vintage bodybuilding images, memorable film stills, and a treasure trove of personal photos sourced from the Hollywood actor’s private archive.

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A light-hearted remark by Arnold Schwarzenegger’s eldest son Patrick Schwarzenegger, “$1500 bucks?!? Friends family discount pls,” resonated with fans and followers, and as a result, it quickly went viral. The humorous plea not only showcased the close bond between father and son but also revealed the playful dynamics of their relationship. Responding in good humor, the Terminator quipped, “Just for you, I can get $19.47 off!” showcasing their casual banter.

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While fans eagerly await the release of Arnold’s book, they can simultaneously appreciate the humorous and heartwarming interaction between father and son, which brought a touch of levity to the announcement. What are your thoughts looking at the video of Arnold’s latest book? Given a chance, would you like to give it a read? Let us know in the comments.

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