10.11.2026 10:31
Joseph Baena, son of Hollywood star and former bodybuilding champion Arnold Schwarzenegger, followed in his father's footsteps and stepped into a professional bodybuilding career. The 29-year-old Baena, who finished fifth in his first professional competition, also drew attention with the championships he had previously won.
Joseph Baena, the son born from the relationship between Hollywood's world-famous star Arnold Schwarzenegger and his former housekeeper Mildred Patricia Baena, has turned a new page in his career. Baena, 29, who turned to bodybuilding like his father, took the stage as a professional athlete for the first time at an event held in the US state of California.
HE FINISHED FIFTH IN HIS FIRST PROFESSIONAL COMPETITION Competing in the Classic Physique Open category at the competition held in the city of El Segundo, Baena placed fifth. The young athlete, who received the audience's support during the competition, thus earned his first placing in his professional career.
HE HAD PREVIOUSLY WON TWO CHAMPIONSHIPS It was learned that Joseph Baena had also achieved significant successes earlier in his bodybuilding journey. Baena, who won first place in the NPC Natural Colorado State competition in March, also became the Classic Physique champion at the INBA Iron Gladiator event held in the city of Corona in April. Having earned the right to receive a professional card with this success, Baena moved to a new stage in his career with his latest competition.
Arnold Schwarzenegger HE IS FOLLOWING IN HIS FATHER'S FOOTSTEPS Joseph Baena, the son of Arnold Schwarzenegger, known for his career extending from bodybuilding to Hollywood, is charting a path for himself in the field where his father achieved success years ago. The young athlete, who also has Schwarzenegger's support, continues to compete in professional competitions.