Jason Momoa

Aquaman Star & Game of Thrones Actor, Action Icon

Net Worth: $40 Million

Annual Earnings: $5.0 Million/yr

Primary Source: Acting Contracts & Production

Profile Details

Age	46 (Born August 1, 1979)
Country	United States 🇺🇸
Birth Place	Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Height	6' 4" (193 cm)

Biography & Deep Dive

Early Life & Background

Joseph Jason Namakaeha Momoa was born on August 1, 1979, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to an artistic mother, Coni, and a Native Hawaiian father, Joseph Momoa. Raised in Norwalk, Iowa, by his mother, Momoa returned to Hawaii after high school to study marine biology. He was scouted by designers and began a successful modeling career, winning Hawaii's Model of the Year in 1999.

Career Milestones

Momoa starred in Baywatch Hawaii and Stargate Atlantis before achieving breakthrough international fame playing Khal Drogo in HBO's epic fantasy series Game of Thrones (2011-2012). He achieved massive global superstardom playing Arthur Curry/Aquaman in the DC Extended Universe, starring in Aquaman (2018) which grossed over $1.15 billion. He starred in Dune (2021) and played the villain Dante Reyes in Fast X (2023).

Business & Wealth Model

Momoa's wealth is driven by high-salary superhero and action movie contracts. He founded Pride of Gypsies production company and holds commercial partnerships, including serving as a brand partner for Irish beer brand Guinness.

Cultural Legacy

Momoa is celebrated as a major contemporary action hero and style icon. His tall stature, rugged aesthetics, and proud celebration of his Native Hawaiian heritage have made him a highly admired figure globally.

Fun Facts

He has a distinctive scar on his left eyebrow, which he received during a fight at a Hollywood tavern in 2008 where he was struck with a pint glass.
Momoa is a passionate rock climber, using it to maintain his physics fitness, and has climbed with professional climber Chris Sharma.
He plays the bass guitar and has a collection of vintage guitars and musical instruments.