“I’m an Award-Winning Actor With…”: Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Son Joseph Baena Has Everything Planned Out for 10 Years Ahead, Interview 2022

If Arnold Schwarzenegger taught his kids anything, it was to be self-reliant. As actors, authors, or entrepreneurs, Schwarzenegger always encouraged them to live like the average American. Therefore, when Joseph Baena wanted to make it big in Hollywood, he followed what he learned from his dad. Although he is still in his mid-twenties, the star has his vision board ready.

In an interview with Men’s Health in 2022, the young star opened up about his life, childhood, and aspirations. While his journey through stardom might have started off surprisingly, Baena already has his goals listed out. Read on to find out more!

Joseph Baena revealed his 10-year plans

Being the son of Arnold Schwarzenegger doesn’t deter Baena from walking on a different path. The star began his hustle as a real estate agent and loves his job. He works out at Gold’s Gym with his buddies, building up his gains just like his star father. While fans often comment on their resemblance – from face to body build – Baena likes to take things up a notch. A great dancer, he featured as a contestant on the reality show ‘Dancing With The Stars’.

For a man with such varied interests, one might think that he isn’t fixated on a particular goal. However, Baena beats these preconceived notions. Speaking to Men’s Health, the star revealed his 10-year plan and how he sees himself down the line. “I’m an award-winning actor with lots of real estate experience, and I’m on a boat in Miami, sipping a mai tai with my buddies, getting ready for the next movie”, dreams Baena.

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That’s right! If being a real estate agent, dancer, and aspiring bodybuilder weren’t enough, Baena also wants to dip his toes into acting. Having watched his father’s movies and gained inspiration, the star aims to make it big in Hollywood someday. Acting helped him cope with the struggles in his journey, and he now wishes to move forward from his college-level theatre to the actual big screen.

Joseph’s relation with Arnold Schwarzenegger – why they don’t have the same last name

Despite their publicly controversial backstory, Schwarzenegger and Baena are quite close. They often work out together and go for bike rides. In fact. Schwarzenegger never misses a chance to hype up his son in his ventures, whether it’s a real estate task or an acting gig. So, why hasn’t Baena adopted his father’s last name?

Baena’s answer to the often-asked question perfectly reflects Schwarzenegger’s ideals. The young star wishes to be self-made. Talking to Men’s Health, the young star revealed that he wanted to honor himself first. And if he did end up being successful only because of a famous surname, it wouldn’t bring him any gratification. Since Arnold always encouraged independence, this decision felt natural. Fans for their part, loved the idea behind it.

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What do you think of Baena’s 10-year-plan? Do you believe he has what it takes?