Christopher Walken – 78 years old

Net Worth: $50 Million

 

Christopher Walken is an actor who, despite his achievements and more than a hundred appearance in films and TV shows, is yet to say he is done and will retire. Walken is among the most versatile actor in the industry. He can play various roles and genres – from comedy to thriller, even drama, and romance. However, did you know that Christopher started as an extra? Yes, he did. Born as Ronald Walken in 1943, Christopher and his other brothers worked on several TV and films as child actors inspired by their mother’s wishes to become an actress herself.

Moreover, this motivates Christoper to pursue a career in acting when he grows up. His debut film was in the 1971 film, the Anderon Tapes with Sean Connery, and his first Academy Awards in the film The Deer Hunter in 1978 as he gains credits and becomes one of the most respected actors in the industry. Many young actors look up to him as their inspiration for success.

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