Bodybuilding Legend Arnold Schwarzenegger Once Compared His Decision to Run for Governorship to “Bikini Wax”

At 15, Arnold Schwarzenegger began his bodybuilding career by winning Mr. Olympia titles. Then, the muscle man jumped into action after establishing his authority. After this, in 2003, the celebrity made yet another professional change and entered politics. After he became Governor of California, he addressed the idea of running in the election for the bikini wax.

In addition, Arnold Schwarzenegger declined to accept any of his governor’s salary. But, on the other hand, the bodybuilder put it to good use and led by example.

The weird reference by Arnold Schwarzenegger

Arnold, who starred in the movie Terminator, was the ideal illustration offered for this idea. Notably, from 2003–2011, Schwarzenegger presided as governor of California for seven years. According to NPR, Arnold said, “It was the most difficult decision that I’ve made in my entire life- except the one in 1978 when I decided to get a bikini wax.”

 
Further added, “I’d never been around that kind of star power before. I was really stunned by the way people reacted to him and the enormity of his popularity.” Talking about his hard work, Arnold added, “I have never been afraid of the fight, and I have never been afraid of the hard work. I will not rest until our fiscal house is in order.”

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He concluded, “I will not rest until California is a competitive job-creating machine. I will not rest until the people of California come to see their government as a partner in their lives, and not a roadblock to their dreams.” In 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger declared his candidacy for the California governor’s election on August 6.

Arnold’s hard work with his charity work

During his tenure, Schwarzenegger has done many things to focus on reducing California’s greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, to increasing the minimum wage and updating the workers’ compensation system, he has worked hard. He also raised awareness of physical education and supported the After-School Education and Safety Act.

After his remarkable career in bodybuilding, he forfeited millions of dollars by delaying his acting career and giving his full $187,000 annual pay as governor to charity causes. His charity work shows how he believes in giving more than taking. Arnold is busy working on his upcoming Netflix series.

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