Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone are two of the biggest names in Hollywood and the two men also possess two of the biggest arms in Hollywood. They were often pegged against each other due to their impressive physique.
Both actors were actually involved in a long-term rivalry dating back to the 1980s. They often attacked each other in the media with not-so-kind words. Schwarzenegger even went to the extent of showing fake interest in a movie to make Stallone sign for it. However, they have buried their rivalry in recent times and heaved praise on each other.
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone had a legitimate rivalry during the 80s. Schwarzenegger faked interest in starring in “Stop or My Mom Will Shoot” even though he knew the script was bad in order to trick Stallone into doing it instead. It worked. pic.twitter.com/WCyOhXahuC
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Stallone, born on July 6, 1946, began his acting career in the late 1960s. On the other hand, former Governor of California, Schwarzenegger, was born on July 30, 1947. He began his acting career in the late 1970s after becoming a prominent name in the bodybuilding industry. His aim was to become the greatest bodybuilder in the world for which he had to win Mr. Olympia. He won the competition seven times within 11 years.
Side-by-side comparison of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone’s biceps
Schwarzenegger’s bodybuilding background gives him the upper hand against Stallone. At his peak, official measurements show that the Austrian-American actor boasted 22-inch biceps. On the other hand, Stallone, at his peak, reportedly boasted of 17-inch biceps. There is a five-inch difference between the two, however, they still possessed two of the greatest physiques seen in Hollywood.
Both the actors follow a phenomenal routine that has helped them maintain their physique and shape. They go to the gym twice a day for six days a week. An enormous amount of dedication is required the build the physique they have created for themselves.
Who has the biggest biceps in Hollywood?
A trend of building enormous biceps was set by the stalwarts of Hollywood, Stallone, and Schwarzenegger. Today, numerous Hollywood actors are seen possessing amazing physiques with big arms. One of the first names that come to mind is Dwayne Johnson. With his WWE background, Johnson broke into Hollywood and became one of the highest-paid actors. He possesses 20-inch biceps.
By the time they get to Thor 5, Chris Hemsworth is going to be nothing but biceps pic.twitter.com/POhazthFJf
— Alex Zalben (@azalben) June 2, 2021
Thor actor Chris Hemsworth, on the other hand, is also a big name in Hollywood. He is known for his great looks and physique. He possesses 16-inch biceps. Another Hollywood actor notching up impressive numbers is Terry Crews with around 18.5-inch biceps. However, Schwarzenegger’s peak of 22 inches is still unmatched in Hollywood.