For a while actor and model Patrick Schwarzenegger has been best known for being Hollywood star, businessman, and former politician Arnold Schwarzenegger's son. However, over the past couple of years that has slowly changed, and today, many know Patrick but might not know who Arnold is (especially Gen-Zers).
Today, we're taking a look at just how Patrick Schwarzenegger managed to come out from under his father's shadow and make a name for himself. From modeling to acting — keep on scrolling to see just what the talented star has been up to in the past decade!
9 As A Kid, Patrick Practiced Acting With His Famous Father
Let's start off with the fact that all throughout his childhood Patrick Schwarzenegger practiced that art of acting with the help of his father Arnold. In 2006 he even made a small cameo in the sports comedy The Benchwarmers as Jock Kid Game No. 3 and that was his acting debut. At the time, Patrick Schwarzenegger was 10 years old. Currently, the movie has a 5.5 rating on IMDb
8 As A Teenager He Started Modeling
Throughout his teenage years, the young actor also dabbled into modeling. He got signed by LA Models in 2011 and while he certainly had a very promising future in the fashion industry, even back then the young star knew that posing in front of a camera wasn't going to be his permanent job and that there were a lot of other things he wanted to do. Today, Patrick doesn't model too often but there is no doubt that he still looks great in front of the camera — as those who follow him on Instagram surely know.
7 Patrick Dated A Few Famous Ladies Over The Years
Considering that Patrick Schwarzenegger was raised in Hollywood it certainly doesn't come as a surprise that he was linked to young famous ladies over the years. Fans surely remember that he dated former Disney Channel star Miley Cyrus in 2014 and in 2012 he was also linked to musician AJ Michalka.
Currently, the actor is dating model Abby Champion. Of course, dating fellow celebs certainly gives one more exposure and it has definitely worked for Patrick Schwarzenegger.
6 In 2013 He Appeared In Ariana Grande's Music Video For "Right There"
In 2013 Patrick Schwarzenegger played the main love interest in Ariana Grande's music video for the song "Right There" which also featured rapper Big Sean. The music video was inspired by William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet and Patrick of course played Romeo. Those who haven't seen the video before can watch it above.
5 Slowly, Arnold Schwarzenegger's Son Started Appearing In Hollywood Blockbusters By Himself
In the 2010s Patrick Schwarzenegger has his breakthrough as an actor and some movies he appeared in include 2012's Stuck in Love, 2013's Grown Ups 2, 2015's Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse, 2016's Dear Eleanor, and 2017's Go North. In those movies, the young actor had supporting roles.
4 In 2018 He Starred In The Romantic Drama Movie 'Midnight Sun'
In 2018 Patrick Schwarzenegger could be seen in the romantic drama movie Midnight Sun. In it, he portrayed Charles "Charlie" Reed and she starred alongside Bella Thorne, Rob Riggle, Quinn Shephard, Suleka Mathew, Nicholas Coombe, and Tiera Skovbye.
Currently, Midnight Sun has a 6.6 rating on IMDb, and starring alongside former Disney Channel star Bella Thorne definitely gave the actor even more exposure.
3 And In 2019 He Starred In The Horror Movie 'Daniel Isn't Real'
Another movie the young actor starred in is the 2019 psychological horror Daniel Isn't Real. In it, Patrick Schwarzenegger portrayed Daniel and he started alongside Miles Robbins, Sasha Lane, Mary Stuart Masterson, Hannah Marks, Chukwudi Iwuji, and Peter McRobbie. Currently, Daniel Isn't Real has a 6.1 rating on IMDb. For his performance in the movie, Patrick Schwarzenegger was praised by fans and critics.
2 This Year He Appeared In Amy Poehler's Movie 'Moxie'
In 2021 Patrick Schwarzenegger appeared in the comedy-drama Moxie which was directed by Amy Poehler. In the Netflix movie, Patrick portrayed Mitchell and he starred alongside Hadley Robinson, Lauren Tsai, Nico Hiraga, Sydney Park, Josephine Langford, Clark Gregg, Josie Totah, Alycia Pascual-Peña, Anjelika Washington, Charlie Hall, Sabrina Haskett, and Amy Poehler. Currently, the movie has a 6.7 rating on IMDb.
1 And Lastly, He Grew His Net Worth To $6 Million
And finally, wrapping the list up is the fact that Patrick Schwarzenegger managed to grow his net worth over the past decade e to an impressive $6 million. Of course, this might not seem too much compared to his father Arnold's $400 million — but the actor is only 28 years old and still has plenty of years to work. Judging from the fact that he managed to make a name for himself independent of his father, there is no doubt we will see the actor in plenty of projects in the future!