The Oscar-nominated actor admits he hasn't made it big yet.
Barkhad Abdi Was Paid $65,000 For 'Captain Phillips,' Lived On Per Diem During Awards Season
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BARKHAD ABDI - Captain Phillips GENUINE SIGNED AUTOGRAPH
Barkhad Abdi was only paid $65,000 for his starring role opposite Tom Hanks in Captain Phillips
Captain Phillips actor Barkhad Abdi struggles financially despite Oscar nomination, The Independent
Captain Phillips star 'living off per diems
Barkhad Abdi was paid just $65,000 for his Oscar-nominated role in Captain Phillips
Barkhad Abdi, Oscar nominated Captain Phillips star, broke after quitting salesman job
Barkhad Abdi was paid just $65,000 for his Oscar-nominated role in Captain Phillips
Oscar Nominee Barkhad Abdi Reportedly 'Broke
Barkhad Abdi was only paid $65,000 for his starring role opposite Tom Hanks in Captain Phillips
Budget-Optimized Report: Barkhad Abdi Was Paid Just $65,000 for 'Captain Phillips, the capt