The Terminator star made the bold claim during a 2023 interview
Arnold Schwarzenegger once told Danny DeVito that the religious idea of going to heaven after you die was nothing but a ‘fantasy’, causing fierce debate amongst devoted fans.
Hollywood Icons Schwarzenegger and DeVito Prove Friendship Only Gets Better with Age
At 77 and 80 respectively, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito have one of the most endearing friendships in Hollywood—and it just keeps getting better.
From their unforgettable chemistry in classics like Twins and Junior, to their hilarious Batman skit at the 2024 Oscars that had audiences buzzing, these two legends have long shared a unique bond on and off screen. Shortly after their Oscars appearance, CNN reported that the iconic duo is set to reunite for a brand-new project. “We’re hoping that sooner than later, we’ll have a nice script to go to work,” DeVito teased, speaking to Always Sunny fans and film lovers everywhere.
But before diving into a new cinematic chapter, Schwarzenegger and DeVito sat down for a heart-to-heart with Interview Magazine, touching on everything from humanity’s future to spirituality.
“What’s in the future for us? What do you think, in terms of our species? Are we going to last? Tell me, oh great leader,” DeVito joked, in his signature style.
Schwarzenegger, ever the philosopher beneath the muscle, offered a thoughtful reply:
“We don’t know what happens with the soul and all this spiritual stuff that I’m not an expert in, but I know that the body as we see each other now—we will never see each other again like that.”
Their conversation, filled with wit and wisdom, only proves that while their bodies may have aged, their spark—and friendship—remains timeless.
Schwarzenegger’s Views on the Afterlife Spark Stirring Reactions: “Once You’re Gone, You’re Gone”
In a recent interview with Interview Magazine, Arnold Schwarzenegger got candid—not about fitness or film—but about something far deeper: mortality.
“Except in some fantasy,” the Terminator star said. “When people talk about, ‘I will see them again in heaven,’ it sounds so good, but the reality is that we won’t see each other again after we’re gone. That’s the sad part. I know people feel comfortable with death, but I don’t.”
It’s a raw, vulnerable take from a man known for his larger-than-life presence—and unsurprisingly, it sparked a wave of debate online.
One Facebook commenter passionately disagreed:
“Fantasy? I believe this is only in his mind—not for everyone who believes in Our Lord Jesus Christ. I hope the Holy Spirit touches his inner being and he surrenders himself to God at the right time.”
Another offered a more philosophical reflection:
“The assumption that our spirit didn’t exist before our time on Earth is based on the fact we don’t remember it. But I also don’t remember being one year old, and I’m pretty sure that happened. A lack of memory isn’t proof of non-existence. So all we do know is… no one knows. I’m not ruling anything out.”
Opinions ranged widely. One commenter simply wrote, “He’s correct.” Another added with nuance:
“I agree. I’ll never talk down on someone’s beliefs, but he’s right—once you’re dead, you’re dead. Faith and belief help people cope with life. That’s the beauty of it.”
Whether you find comfort in science, spirituality, or somewhere in between, Schwarzenegger’s remarks invite a powerful question: how do you feel about what comes after?
