Arnold Schwarzenegger Honored in Belfast

On March 30th, Arnold Schwarzenegger just made a triumphant return to Belfast decades after his first visit as a young bodybuilder.

Ulster University honored him with a doctorate on Monday for his work in public service, environmental causes, and the arts.

It's a full circle moment for the Austrian-born icon who rose from bodybuilding to Hollywood Stardom and California Governor.

Back in 1966, a 19-year-old Arnold showed up penniless for a local bodybuilding event invited by a judge.

He barely spoke English and nearly passed out when asked to speak, but with some help, he got a standing ovation.

That sparked his passion for public talking, leading him to grab Mike's at every competition after.

Students at the University campus were hyped and shocked to see the Terminator himself.

One called it, random, but crazy cool, while another saw it as a huge deal for the city and country.

They lined up for autographs, star struck by this global legend dropping in.

The University calls this their top honor for those making massive impacts.

Officials praised how Arnold used his bodybuilding and film fame for good, like climate advocacy and philanthropy.

From second place at Mr. Universe in London that year, he quickly won titles and headed to the US for bigger things.

This visit tricks him into more speeches, just like his first time, but now he's owning the stage worldwide.

Belfast gave him that early boost, and he's still building on it.