What is Clive Owen's net worth? Fortune explored as actor reveals he turned down James Bond three times

English actor Clive Owen has a net worth of $30 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. The 61-year-old actor's wealth comes from his extensive career in the film and entertainment industry. With almost four decades as an actor, Owen's name and net worth have grown steadily.

Over the years, Clive Owen has become one of the most respected actors in the industry. His acting skills and talent have brought him several wins. Some of these include a Critics' Choice Award, a Golden Globe Award, a BAFTA Award, and more. In addition to his success in films and television series, Clive Owen also tried his hand at theater and appeared in at least seven plays.

Owen has appeared in some of the well-known films over the years. However, he has rejected one of the most famous spy roles in Hollywood, not once, but thrice. Owen said during an interview with Glamour:

"Playing James Bond would have been like entering a golden prison, and I doubt that would have suited me... I may be the only actor who consistently said, 'No, no, and no.' I never understood what I would have been able to add to the role, or how I could play a character who has already been defined in the past. For me, Sean Connery is the real James Bond."

Keep reading to learn when Clive began his acting career, as well as what his debut television show and film were.

Clive Owen's career over the years.

Clive Owen began acting in 1987. At the time, he was only 23 years old. His film debut was in 1990 in the film Vroom. He played the role of Jake. As for his television debut, he appeared on Rockliffe's Babies in 1987, in the 'Up The Down Escalator' episode as PC Parslew.

Owen's career did not immediately take off. He only started gaining fame after starring in the British television crime drama series, Chancer. He played the characters of Derek Love/Stephen Crane in 20 episodes.

As for his films, Owen received critical acclaim for his role as Richard in Close My Eyes. Initially, Clive Owen was only famous in the UK, but playing Jack Manfred, a struggling writer in Croupier, brought him international fame.

Clive Owen has won numerous awards for his acting skills. Some of the films and roles he was recognized for include a Critics' Choice Award for Best Acting Ensemble for Gosford Park. He was nominated twice for the award of Best Supporting Actor for his role in Closer. This was for an Academy Award and a Critics' Choice Award.

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Clive Owen's career is proof that following your own path can pay off. Despite turning down the iconic James Bond role three times, he stayed true to the kind of work he believed in. Even after rejecting a role that could launch him to immediate fame, he still built a respected, award-winning career.

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