Under Pressure
However, the best part is that Baena knows he’s going to achieve his goals all on his own. Yes, his dad is famous, and there will always be a sort of pressure or expectation that others put on him to be just like Schwarzenegger, but Baena doesn’t let it get to him.
“It took a little bit for me to realize that I don’t have to do what my dad did. I don’t have to get into acting or bodybuilding. I’m very motivated and driven. I’m happy about my relationship with my dad. But I’m more happy that I am finding joy in what I’m doing and that I’m doing exactly what I’ve always dreamed about,” he told Men’s Health.
Relationship With Arnold
Still, his independence won’t keep him from having a sweet relationship with his dad. His fears of disappointing his father are long gone. Instead, their relationship now is easy.
“It’s awesome. Now I’m so close to my dad and we joke around about everything and he always wants to hear about the drama,” Baena shared with Unwaxed. Schwarzenegger gives advice about both career choices and dating, and he’s always excited to hear about Baena’s love life. Despite many years of not knowing their relation to each other, and cutting him off financially, the two share a close bond with lots of love and support.