ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER’S son has followed in his famous dad’s footsteps.
Joseph Baene picked up the top prize in his debut bodybuilding competition.
The beaming 28-year-old won THREE golds and a silver in the NPC Natural Colorado competition.
He landed first spot in the Men’s Open Bodybuilding Heavy Weight Class, Men’s classic Physique True Novice and Men’s Classic Physique Novice.
His runners-up medal came in the Classic Physique Open Class C event.
Sharing images of himself on stage to his Instagram profile, Joe wrote “Mission Accomplished” alongside the list of the categories he picked up medals.
Over 59,000 people liked his post to show their support with over 3,000 comments.
One said: “So awesome!! Congratulations.”
Another read: “This is how you pull up to your first show – proud of yo my dude.”
A further comment stated: “Fantastic start big Joe, congratulations.”
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One other added: “History has been made.”
A host of others left messages of support for Joe as they hailed his debut efforts.
One posted: “Congratulations sir, much respect.”
Another summed up his thoughts in one word, writing: “Legend.”
Others showed their appreciation with various different emojis including the clapping hands.
It’s the start of a new journey as son tries to repeat the feats of father.
Arnold, 78, is widely viewed as one of the most important figures in bodybuilding history with his legacy commemorated in the Arnold Classic annual competition.
During his illustrious career he landed the title of Mr Olympia on a number of occasions with his first writing him into the history books at just 23 years old.
He was also crowned Mr Universe and Mr World as part of his booming CV of victories.
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