Arnold Schwarzenegger Earned Millions Even Before His Hollywood Fame

Published 07/14/2023, 12:00 PM EDT

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The living legend who made himself, Arnold Schwarzenegger is an inspiration to many. From being an action icon to being someone who got himself out of misery, his life is one to learn from. Even with his humble roots, he had big hopes and dreams. The action superstar that we know him as now was not who he was always. Most know him for his movies but did you know that acting is not what made him a millionaire?

He is widely recognizable in Hollywood thanks to his roles in renowned films such, as The Terminator and The Expendables. Additionally, he has served as the governor of California and actively participates in climate change advocacy and philanthropic endeavors. However, an interesting fact often unnoticed is that Schwarzenegger was already a millionaire even before achieving global superstardom.

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The 75-year-old’s path to success began with his dedication to bodybuilding. However, everything changed once he shifted to the United States. He emerged as a force to be reckoned with. The Twins actor channeled his bodybuilding earnings into thoughtful investments within burgeoning California regions like Santa Monica and Venice Beach during the 1970s.  Furthermore, he expanded his wealth through investments, in stocks, bonds, and businesses.

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His investments bore massive fruits as the area witnessed unprecedented growth. By the time his breakthrough role arrived in 1982’s Conan the Barbarian, he had already amassed a fortune exceeding $10 million. And then he went on to give some of the most memorable action characters.

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However, the bodybuilding hunk is not done yet. And no, he is not just investing in property and businesses. There is a comeback in his portfolio lately.

$450 million worth of Arnold Schwarzenegger is not stopping anytime soon

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The ex-governor of California shows no signs of slowing down. He recently made a massive comeback to showbiz with hits. Alongside maintaining his physique, he is still on the lookout for more. A remarkable inspiration the bodybuilder star shows that the sky has truly no limits. People often stop at a certain point thinking they have or have given enough. However, Schwarzenegger is one that knows he has much more to offer. His recent Netflix show, FUBAR was a smash hit and global sensation.

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The actor has more projects under his name that are expected to go into production soon. His investments still bear fruit and he still keeps regularly investing. The star has often likened himself to Warren Buffet, saying that he only invests in things that he deems right. To this day, his judgments have paid off. Basking in recent stardom, the actor now looks set to enter into more showbiz. Recent hits have brought more limelight onto him, as the actor looks to be part of more interesting collaborations.

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Imteshal Karim

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Imteshal Karim is a Hollywood News reporter at NetflixJunkie. With a penchant for writing in multiple forms, he is a published writer with his works published in anthologies. A star at his college’s writing competitions, he loves telling a good story and hopes to tell impactful ones about the unexplored side of the Entertainment industry.

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