{"id":17151,"date":"2026-04-03T09:08:40","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T09:08:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=17151"},"modified":"2026-04-03T09:08:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T09:08:40","slug":"arnold-schwarzeneggers-son-joseph-baena-28-follows-famous-dads-footsteps-as-he-wins-debut-bodybuilding-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=17151","title":{"rendered":"Arnold Schwarzenegger’s son Joseph Baena, 28, follows famous dad’s footsteps as he wins debut bodybuilding competition"},"content":{"rendered":"


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ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER\u2019S son has followed in his famous dad\u2019s footsteps. <\/p>\n

Joseph Baene picked up the top prize in his debut bodybuilding<\/a> competition. <\/p>\n

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Joseph Baene is following in his dad\u2019s footsteps after a debut win on bodybuilding circuit<\/span>Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Joseph strikes a pose on stage alongside his trophy and medal at debut win<\/span>Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Baena shows off \u2018best genes on planet\u2019<\/span>Credit: Instagram\/joebaena<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Baena reveals his trophy-winning form<\/span>Credit: Instagram \/ @projoe2<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Dad Arnie in his bodybuilding prime<\/span>Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Baena alongside his megastar dad<\/span>Credit: Instagram\/ Joseph Baena<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Schwarzenegger is viewed as one of the most important figures in bodybuilding<\/span>Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The beaming 28-year-old won THREE <\/strong>golds and a silver in the NPC Natural Colorado competition.<\/p>\n

He landed first spot in the Men\u2019s Open Bodybuilding <\/a>Heavy Weight Class, Men\u2019s classic Physique True Novice and Men\u2019s Classic Physique Novice.<\/p>\n

His runners-up medal came in the Classic Physique Open Class C event.<\/p>\n

Sharing images of himself on stage to his Instagram<\/a> profile, Joe wrote \u201cMission Accomplished\u201d alongside the list of the categories he picked up medals.<\/p>\n

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Over 59,000 people liked his post to show their support with over 3,000 comments.<\/p>\n

One said: \u201cSo awesome!! Congratulations.\u201d<\/p>\n

Another read: \u201cThis is how you pull up to your first show \u2013 proud of yo my dude.\u201d<\/p>\n

A further comment stated: \u201cFantastic start big Joe, congratulations.\u201d<\/p>\n

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One other added: \u201cHistory has been made.\u201d<\/p>\n

A host of others left messages of support for Joe as they hailed his debut efforts.<\/p>\n

One posted: \u201cCongratulations sir, much respect.\u201d<\/p>\n

Another summed up his thoughts in one word, writing: \u201cLegend.\u201d<\/p>\n

Others showed their appreciation with various different emojis including the clapping hands.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the start of a new journey as son tries to repeat the feats of father. <\/p>\n

Arnold<\/a>, 78, is widely viewed as one of the most important figures in bodybuilding history with his legacy commemorated in the Arnold Classic annual competition.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

He was also crowned Mr Universe and Mr World as part of his booming CV of victories.<\/p>\n

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