The Oscar-nominated actor admits he hasn't made it big yet.
Barkhad Abdi was paid just $65,000 for his role in 'Captain Phillips' – now he's broke
Captain Phillips star 'living off per diems
Barkhad Abdi was only paid $65,000 for his starring role opposite Tom Hanks in Captain Phillips
Where is Captain Phillips' Barkhad Abdi now? Is he broke?
Barkhad Abdi was paid just $65,000 for his role in 'Captain Phillips' – now he's broke
Barkhad Abdi was only paid $65,000 for his starring role opposite Tom Hanks in Captain Phillips
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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
Oscar Nominee Barkhad Abdi Reportedly 'Broke
Barkhad Abdi was paid just $65,000 for Oscar-nominated role in Captain Phillips
Barkhad Abdi was paid just $65,000 for his Oscar-nominated role in Captain Phillips
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Captain Phillips Star Barkhad Abdi Is Reportedly Broke
Barkhad Abdi was only paid $65,000 for his starring role opposite Tom Hanks in Captain Phillips