Patrick's nude scene in 'White Lotus' surprised dad Arnold Schwarzenegger
What's the story
Hollywood icon Arnold Schwarzenegger recently threw his weight behind his son Patrick's role in the upcoming third season of the hit HBO series The White Lotus.
The 77-year-old actor, who starred in acclaimed action films like The Terminator and Predator, took to Instagram to share his excitement about attending the premiere with Patrick.
In his post, Schwarzenegger also humorously revealed that Patrick will have a nude scene in the show.
Family legacy
'Apple doesn't fall far from the tree': Schwarzenegger
"I was so pumped to take a break from filming to celebrate @patrickschwarzenegger at the White Lotus premiere," he wrote, adding, "What a show! I could claim to be surprised to find out he has a nude scene, but what can I say—the apple doesn't fall far from the tree."
This comment is a nod to Schwarzenegger's own iconic nude scene in The Terminator.
He also praised the series and urged viewers to tune in when it begins on Sunday.
Career progression
Patrick's role in 'The White Lotus' and career prospects
Patrick, an actor and model who has appeared in The Staircase and American Sports Story, will be seen in the third season of The White Lotus.
The series is a far cry from the action films that made his father a superstar. Perhaps, this is Patrick's way of intentionally creating a niche for himself as an actor.
In the upcoming season, he stars as Saxon Ratliff, the eldest child of characters played by Jason Isaacs and Parker Posey.
Critical acclaim
'The White Lotus' S03 received positive reviews
The new season of the Mike White-created anthology series has been critically acclaimed, boasting a Rotten Tomatoes score of 93% at the moment. The positive reception is a good sign for Patrick's career growth.
Variety reported that the show has already been renewed for a fourth season ahead of the Season 3 premiere.
The series creator teased that the next season would provide "a satirical and funny look at death and Eastern religion and spirituality."