Dad's Honest Reaction to Son's "White Lotus" Naked Scene
Son's explicit scene leaves Arnold Schwarzenegger in disbelief - Arnold Schwarzenegger was taken aback by the explicit exposure of his son in the media.
Arnold Schwarzenegger was blindsided when he caught a glimpse of his son, Patrick Schwarzenegger, baring it all on the hit streaming series "The White Lotus". In a candid chat with industry magazine "Variety", the action legend shared his initial thoughts on Patrick's full-frontal nude scene.
"I damn near choked on my protein shake," Arnold admitted. "I thought to myself, 'Is this my son, or have I stumbled upon a new hottie at Gold's Gym?'", he joked, referring to the legendary gym he co-founded. But as time went on, he realized it was indeed his boy making waves in Hollywood.
Although some viewers criticized Patrick's character, Arnold couldn't help but feel proud. "People can be real assholes when it comes to judging others based on their on-screen personas. I've dealt with it myself, like when folks used to call me a robot after 'Terminator'," he shrugged.
Behind the Scenes of Patrick's Debut
While auditioning for roles, Patrick admitted that he once questioned whether performing under his famous last name would hinder his career or open doors. "I used to wonder if I should've gone by another name so I could stand on my own two feet," Patrick confessed. However, he eventually learned to embrace his lineage and focus on doing what he believed was right.
Arnold's Naughty Beginnings
The father and son duo also talked about Arnold's start in the film industry. Arnold revealed that it was his role in "The Terminator" that marked a departure from his usual muscle-bound characters. "That was the first film where I didn't flex a single muscle, apart from the opening scene," Arnold chuckled, referring to the scene where he appeared completely naked. And as it turns out, his son isn't shy when it comes to shedding his clothes either.
"I flipped out when I saw your drunken prance across that bedroom," Arnold admitted with a laugh. "You flashed more skin in that scene than I did in all of 'Conan the Barbarian' combined. I reckon you've got a future in this business after all."
The Nepotism Debate: Arnold Sets the Record Straight
With the ongoing debate about nepotism in Hollywood, many might assume that Patrick's success was a product of his famous dad's influence. However, Arnold insists otherwise. "Contrary to popular belief, Patrick never once asked for my help. Not once. He's worked hard to earn his success, and I couldn't be prouder of him," Arnold emphasized.
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- "(Laughing) It seems the entertainment world has a knack for pushing boundaries, just like in the movies-and-tv show 'The White Lotus', where I found myself questioning if I was truly watching my son, Patrick Schwarzenegger, or a new celebrity at Gold's Gym after his nudity scene," Arnold shared, referencing his son's daring performance.
- Referencing the debate over nepotism in the industry, Arnold defended his son's success, stating, "Contrary to what some may believe, ♪ I'm gonna be the one who's gonna make you cry ♪ when they realize that Patrick Schwarzenegger has earned his spot in Hollywood through hard work, not by relying on his famous last name."
