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Introduction About Javier Bardem
It’s an earnest request to declare Javier Bardem synonymous to versatility. Starting at an early age, Bardem carved his way into the hearts of millions with his talent and charm both on and off-screen. Let’s not wait anymore and delve into an article on one of the best on-screen villains and real-life philanthropists.
Net Worth & Salary of Javier Bardem in 2022
As of 2022, Javier Bardem has an astounding net worth of $30 million.
His movies have amassed millions of dollars. Besides, his stint as a producer has also helped his worth grow substantially.
Age, Early Life & Biography of Javier Bardem
As of 2022, Javier Bardem is 53 years.
Born to Pilar Bardem, an actress, and José Carlos Encinas Doussinague, Javier grew up with his two other siblings, Carlos and Mónica. His parents divorced shortly after his birth. Raised by his grandmother to be a Roman Catholic, he went to become agnostic later in life.
If we were to draw a family tree for Javier Bardem, we would see that it is strongly rooted in almost the inception of Spanish cinema with a history of filmmakers and actors. His grandparents were the famous Rafael Bardem and Matilde Muñoz Sampedro. His uncle, Juan Antonio, had a strong political opinion and was arrested for his anti-fascist films. Interesting fact: He considered a career in painting before becoming an actor.
He got his first film appearance in “El Pícaro” when he was just 6 years old. He had played rugby for the junior Spanish National Team(how come some people are multitalented and I can’t even wake without ear-deafening alarms?).
Only when he had to dress up like Superman for a Spanish comedy show, did he consider his chances of being an actor? Well thank the universe he did so, otherwise, we may have missed out on a lot of cinematic masterpieces.
| Name: | Javier Ángel Encinas Bardem |
| Gender: | Male |
| Age: | 53 years |
| Birth Date: | 1st March 1969 |
| Birth Place: | Municipality of Las Palmas, Spain |
| Nationality: | Spanish |
| Height: | 1.81m |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | Married |
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Penélope Cruz (married 2010) |
| Children/Kids (Son and Daughter): | Leo Encinas Cruz (son)Luna Encinas Cruz (daughter) |
| Dating/Girlfriend (Name): | N/A |
| Profession: | Actor, Film producer, and Rugby player |
| Yearly Income: | $3.3 million (approx.) |
| Net Worth in 2022 | $30 million |
| Content Last Updated: | August 2022 |
Personal Life of Javier Bardem
Not much is made public about Bardem’s life.
He loves heavy metal music and takes a special liking for AC/DC “(where’s the lie? They are awesome.) and Pearl Jam (a sign of great taste in music!). Bardem does not like driving and goes behind the wheel only for shoots.
He began dating his co-star, Penélope Cruz in 2007(cute……*sighs contently*). They have always maintained a low profile. They completed their nuptial ceremony in 2010 in the Bahamas. They brought two beautiful angels into this world; a son, Leo Encinas Cruz, and a daughter, Luna Encinas Cruz.
Bardem has always advocated for justice and has even called out the UN for their rather unjust decisions. In 2011, he joined hands with the co-founder of “The Enough Project”, John Prendergast to voice about conflict minerals in Congo’s eastern part.
Career of Javier Bardem
Brought up around film sets, Bardem got his first break at 21 in a minor role in “The Ages of Lulu”. He acted alongside his mother here. He had impressed the director of Lulu which landed him the leading male role in the romantic tragi-comedy, “Jamón Jamón”, in 1992, which went to be a massive international hit. Penélope Cruz, his future wife also starred in this film (talk about a match made in heaven…). He took his time to hone his English speaking skills and got his first role in “Perdita Durango”, in 1997.
After he exuded charm in his native land, he won multination recognition because of “Before Night Falls”, in 2000, in which he beautifully essayed the role of Reinaldo Arenas, the Cuban poet. He also earned praise from his idol, Al Pacino, and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor, courtesy of this role. Bardem graced John Malkovich’s directorial debut, “The Dancer Upstairs”, with his presence.
Bardem’s stardom was on rising when he received the Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival for “Mar Adentro” (2004), better renowned as “The Sea Inside”. His Hollywood debut was made alongside Tom Cruise in the crime thriller ”Collateral”.
Bardem’s career-best performance was in the 2007 film adaption of “No Country for Old Men”. What thrills the audience more than an assassin movie? The Cherry on the cake, a sociopathic assassin. As you may have guessed, awards rained on him for his performance, starting with the BAFTA, Golden Globe Award, Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, and most important of all, positive critics.
Bardem’s exemplary performance in “Biutiful” landed him the Best Actor at the Cannes Film Festival and a rather unexpected Oscar nomination in 2011(this had to be the best surprise of all times!), becoming the first all-Spanish language Best Actor nominee ever.
Bardem has appeared in a lot of famous films including James Bond film “Skyfall”, and “Sons of Cloud: The Last Colony”(2012), portraying the agony of Sahrawi people in refugee camps. His other notable works include playing the main adversary in 2017, “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales”, psychological horror film “Mother!”. He also acted in Denis Villeneuve’s science fiction “Dune”. The role he essayed in the satire “The Good Boss” was widely praised by critics. His role in “Being the Ricardo” was received well by people.
Bardem has a lot more exciting things lined up in his career.
Awards & Achievements of Javier Bardem
Bardem had been nominated thrice for Academy Awards, twice for BAFTA Awards, and 4 times for Golden Globes Awards, and has bagged one each for his role in “No Country for Old Men”, for the Best Supporting Actor. He has won two Screen Actors Guide Awards for the above-mentioned role.
He had won twice in the Venice Film Festival and once at the Cannes Films Film Festival
Bardem has been extensively present in the Goya Awards by being nominated 5 times and winning 7 Awards for different movies.
The 2484th star on the Hollywood Walk of fame was given to Javier Bardem in 2012.
These are a few of his outstanding achievements.
Major Investments and Assets of Javier Bardem
Bardem is not the most public celebrity out there. The majority of his assets and investments are not known to the media.
Bardem and his family were situated in L.A’s Hollywood Hills. They lived in an exotic, sprawling Thai and Balinese-themed house, which was bought for about $13.8 million in 2005. They, however, sold this house for $5.4 million in 2021. Bardem was neighbors with other famous personalities like Katy Perry and Adele.
Bardem and his family have relocated to Madrid and living comfortably there.
Must Watch Latest Video and Trending Photographs of Javier Bardem
This interview by vanity fair sees Javier Bardem break down his career famous roles in path-breaking films including “No Country for Old Men”. He shares some insights on his roles. This is a must-see for his fans.
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