Rick Yune made his film debut in 1999 as Kazuo Miyamoto in "Snow Falling on Cedars," a drama adapted from David Guterson's novel and directed by Scott Hicks. Yune portrayed a Japanese-American World War II veteran accused of murder, garnering critical attention for his performance.
In 2001, Yune rose to further prominence with his role as Johnny Tran in "The Fast and the Furious," directed by Rob Cohen. He played the leader of a rival racing gang and served as a key antagonist to Vin Diesel’s character. The film was a major box office success and played a significant role in popularizing street racing culture in American cinema.
The following year, Yune expanded his international profile by portraying the villain Zao in the James Bond film "Die Another Day" (2002), alongside Pierce Brosnan and Halle Berry. Directed by Lee Tamahori, the film marked the 20th installment in the Bond franchise. Yune later shared that although he was initially overwhelmed on set, he adapted quickly and delivered a strong performance. That same year, he was named one of People magazine’s "Sexiest Men Alive," a testament to both his screen presence and growing popularity.
In addition to acting, Rick Yune is involved in philanthropic and global initiatives. He serves on the board of the Center for Global Dialogue and Cooperation and acts as a representative for the Princess Charlene Foundation of Monaco, which focuses on promoting children's welfare and physical education.
As of recent estimates, Rick Yune’s net worth is approximately $3 million, accumulated through his work in film, television, and modeling.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 22 Aug, 1971 |
| Age: | 48 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Washington, D.C. |
| Education: | The University of the Arts The Wharton School |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor |
| Twitter Id: | Rickyune |
