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Patrick Schwarzenegger, son of Hollywood legend Arnold Schwarzenegger and journalist Maria Shriver, is making waves in the entertainment industry with his standout performance in The White Lotus<\/em> Season 3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, despite the critical acclaim he\u2019s receiving for his portrayal of the privileged and provocative character Saxton Ratliff, Schwarzenegger admits it\u2019s frustrating to be labeled a \u201cnepo baby.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n In a recent interview with The Sunday Times<\/em>, he addressed the challenges of being perceived as someone who relies solely on his famous last name, emphasizing the hard work and dedication he\u2019s poured into his craft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Schwarzenegger\u2019s character, Saxton Ratliff, is the charismatic yet morally ambiguous son of a corporate criminal, known for his relentless flirting and unabashed confidence\u2014even when sharing a hotel room with his younger brother. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The role has quickly positioned Schwarzenegger as one of the season\u2019s breakout stars. Yet, the actor is no stranger to the skepticism that comes with being the child of Hollywood royalty. \u201cI know there are people who\u2019ll say I only got this role because of who my dad is,\u201d he acknowledged. \u201cThey\u2019re not seeing that I\u2019ve had 10 years of acting classes, put on school plays every week, worked on my characters for hours on end, or the hundreds of rejected auditions I\u2019ve been on.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n While he admits that the criticism can be frustrating and even make him wish, momentarily, that he didn\u2019t carry such a recognizable last name, Schwarzenegger remains grounded in gratitude. \u201cI would never trade my life with anyone,\u201d he said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI\u2019m very fortunate to have the life and family that I have, the parents I have, and the lessons and values they\u2019ve instilled in me.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Far from resting on the laurels of his family\u2019s legacy, Schwarzenegger is committed to honing his craft. He revealed that he continues to take weekly acting classes, constantly seeking ways to \u201clearn and grow\u201d as a performer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n His passion for acting was ignited early on, thanks to his father\u2019s influence. \u201cGoing to set with my dad, that\u2019s where my first love for acting came from,\u201d he shared. \u201cHe would always pull me out of school early. I would get to go to Universal Studios, and I\u2019d watch him go in as Dad and come out as Mr. Freeze. I would sit there all day and just be fascinated with everything about film.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n As The White Lotus<\/em> Season 3 continues to captivate audiences, Schwarzenegger\u2019s performance is proving that he\u2019s more than just a famous last name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With a blend of raw talent, relentless dedication, and a deep respect for the art of acting, he\u2019s carving out his own path in the industry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n New episodes air Sundays at 9 pm ET on HBO and Max, offering viewers a chance to see Schwarzenegger shine in one of the year\u2019s most talked-about series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n