Ken Watanabe (渡辺 謙) is a professional Japanese actor and voice actor born on 21 October 1959 in Uonuma, Niigata, Japan. Ken is among one of the richest Japanese actors, as per 2024 data his estimated current net worth is:
Ken Watanabe Current Net Worth: $45 Million
Ken made his acting debut in 1978 and has since appeared in over 35 films and more than 20 dramas. He gains international popularity for acting in blockbuster Hollywood movies like Godzilla, Batman, and Inception.
Ken Watanabe's Income Souce
His primary income comes from his work as a full-time professional actor, while endorsements and portfolio returns contribute significantly to his wealth. He has also invested a good amount in business ventures and properties.
Ken Watanabe Salary, Movie & Drama Fee
There is no fixed figure for the amount Ken Watanabe charges for movies or dramas, it depends on various factors such as drama budget, and role (lead, supporting, or guest). As a lead in general he gets 10% to 16% of the drama/movie budget which is $50K to $70K per episode for dramas and $120k to $200k per movie.
Ken Watanabe Hours & Car
Ken Watanabe owns a luxurious house in Tokyo and some real estate properties in the United States. He never disclosed the cars he owns although he has been spotted while driving several models of Nissan including Fairlady Z.