7 famous actors who were bodybuilders - Philadelphia Bodybuilding

Bodybuilding may not seem like the conventional way to break into Hollywood, but severalbodybuilders have gone on to build successful careers in the movie industry. In a competitivebusiness where type casting and looks play a critical role in finding work, these successful actorsfound a way to use their talents, athleticism, and physiques to build outstanding acting careers andsuccessful movies. (View Slideshow)

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It makes sense that the transition occurred despite the labeling bodybuilders can get. Although theyare sometimes known more for their bodies than their brains, bodybuilding is an art and doesrequire a significant amount of intelligence. The art of sculpting the body is a creative process, muchlike making movies. It takes an ability to turn a vision into reality to be a successful actor just like itdoes a bodybuilder.

These actors had a way of transitioning the vision they ribbed gym vests used to create theirphysiques to create movies and roles that will be remembered. A few of them met significantresistance for several years before finally catching their big break. It was difficult and challengingfinding casting directors and producers who would take them seriously.

While some were told they were "too big", their physiques were "too weird", others were justignored altogether. It was difficult to find the right roles they would fit with a muscular and overdominating look.

But just like never giving up on a heavy weightlifting set until they reached their goal, these actorsused the same might and determination to give it everything they got until they finally broke intotheir acting careers. "Iron"-ically, they are some of the highest grossing stars and paid actors of alltime. Who are some other famous actors who were bodybuilders? (View Slideshow)

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