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Daniel Foster Barkhad Abdi Net Worth: From Minnesota Store Clerk to Oscar-Nominated Actor
Born in Mogadishu, Somalia, Barkhad Abdi grew up in Yemen before his family relocated to Minneapolis, Minnesota to escape the violent civil war in their home country. After graduating from Minnesota State University, Abdi worked various jobs including a limo driver, disc jockey, and store clerk for his brother’s cell phone company.
Abdi’s big break came in 2013 when he made his on-camera debut in the film “Captain Phillips” opposite Tom Hanks. His performance as a Somali pirate earned him critical acclaim and numerous award nominations, including a BAFTA Award and Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor, and an Academy Award nomination for the same category.
Despite his success, Abdi’s net worth is only estimated at $100,000. In a 2014 interview, he revealed that he was paid $66,500 for his role in “Captain Phillips” and a minor bonus for promoting the film at award shows.
