Steve Reeves was asked to star as the first 'James Bond' in "Dr. No" in 1962 which he turned down.
Steve reeves was paid $250,000 a film at the height of his fame, making him the highest paid actor in european films and for the James Bond film he wasnt get that paid.
Arnold: Steve, you've always been my hero!
Steve: You're full of crap! I read your book and you said Reg Park (one of Steve's former rivals) was your hero.
Arnold: Only because I knew I couldn't look like you.
Steve: You're damn right! (and they both laughed)