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Fans have eagerly awaited the release of Arnold Schwarzenegger‘s highly anticipated FUBAR Netflix series, which finally premiered on May 25th. The release has sparked widespread discussions and generated a buzz on social media platforms. Fans have taken to Twitter and Instagram to share their excitement, expressing their admiration for the Hollywood action star’s return to the screen. While in a recent Instagram video, renowned strongman Martins Licis had his fans in stitches as he hilariously mimicked the 7x Mr. Olympia while wearing the iconic Conan costume.

The video quickly garnered attention, with the 6’3″ tall beast urging his followers to watch ‘FUBAR’ in the actor’s unmistakable voice. Undeniably, the fans reacted with exceptional responses. Even Schwarzenegger himself couldn’t help but engage with the hilarious work of art.

Exceptional impression: Licis captures Schwarzenegger’s mannerisms and voice

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One enthusiastic fan couldn’t help but express their excitement, exclaiming, “Conan the barbarian training!” Another fan chimed in with a suggestion that sent the comment section into a frenzy, proposing a remake of Conan with the Dragon as the lead and Schwarzenegger making a cameo or portraying Licis’s mentor. “We need a remake of Conan staring you where Arnold plays your mentor or has some type of cameo lol.” While one surprised fab penned, “Objectively terrifying.”

Injecting their own humor into the mix, a witty fan left a playful comment, mockingly mimicking the bodybuilding legend’s iconic yell, “How do you spell …. AWWAGGHGHHAHAHAHAAAAAA!!?” The clever remark showcased the fans’ ability to engage with the video’s comedic content and further fueled the excitement surrounding the Strongman’s spot-on impression.

 

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Amidst the enthusiastic responses, one observant follower commended Licis on his exceptional impersonation, stating, “That impression is great.” A devoted admirer took the compliment a step further, remarking, “You look more like Conan the Barbarian than Conan does.” This playful observation garnered significant attention, prompting the ‘Conan’ himself to react with a bicep emoji. Schwarzenegger’s response thrilled his dedicated fans, further emphasizing the impact of the 2019 Strongman champ’s impersonation.

Martin Licis’s impact on the strongman community

In addition to his comedic skills, the 32-year-old has made a name for himself in the professional strongman competition scene. His notable wins consist of the 2019 World’s Strongest Man, 2022 Arnold Strongman Classic, and 2021 Rogue Invitational. Moreover, he broke the almost century-old Steinborn Rockover Squat record, initially set by Milo Steinborn, by lifting an incredible 565 pounds.

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Martin Licis’s success largely comes from his reliable performance, which was evident during the 2019 World’s Strongest Man competition. The Dragon consistently ranked in the top three positions throughout the contest and ultimately triumphed in the Squat Lift and Atlas Stones events. This extraordinary display allowed him to surpass tough rivals like Mateusz Kieliszkowski and Hafthor Bjornsson and become the sixth American champion in the 42-year history of the competition.

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