History of Samuel L. Jackson in Timeline
Samuel L. Jackson is a highly successful and recognizable American actor, holding the title of the highest-grossing actor of all time, with his films earning over $27 billion globally. Acknowledged as a cultural icon, his prolific career spans across various genres and has resonated with audiences of all generations. He was honored with the Academy Honorary Award in 2022 in recognition of his contributions to film and his lasting impact on popular culture.
1980: Marriage to LaTanya Richardson
In 1980, Samuel L. Jackson married actress and producer LaTanya Richardson, whom he met while attending Morehouse College.
1982: Birth of Daughter Zoe
In 1982, Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson had a daughter named Zoe.
1991: Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor
In 1991, Samuel L. Jackson received the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor for his performance in Spike Lee's "Jungle Fever".
1994: BAFTA Award and Independent Spirit Award
In 1994, Samuel L. Jackson won the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role and the Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead for his performance in Quentin Tarantino's "Pulp Fiction". He also received Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award nominations for the same performance.
1997: Silver Bear for Best Actor
In 1997, Samuel L. Jackson received the Silver Bear for Best Actor at the 48th Berlin International Film Festival for his leading performance in Quentin Tarantino's "Jackie Brown".
2002: Marvel Comics Design of Nick Fury
In 2002, Samuel L. Jackson gave his consent for Marvel Comics to design their "Ultimate" version of the character Nick Fury after his likeness.
2004: Voice role as Frank Tenpenny in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
In 2004, Samuel L. Jackson provided the voice for Frank Tenpenny in the video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.
November 4, 2005: Hawaii International Film Festival Achievement in Acting Award
On November 4, 2005, Samuel L. Jackson was presented with the Hawaii International Film Festival Achievement in Acting Award.
January 30, 2006: Hand and footprint ceremony at Grauman's Chinese Theatre
On January 30, 2006, Samuel L. Jackson was honored with a hand and footprint ceremony at Grauman's Chinese Theatre, becoming the seventh African American and 191st actor to be recognized in this manner.
November 2006: Voice of God for The Bible Experience
In November 2006, Samuel L. Jackson provided the voice of God for The Bible Experience, the New Testament audiobook version of the Bible.
December 2, 2006: German Bambi Award for International Film
On December 2, 2006, Samuel L. Jackson won the German Bambi Award for International Film, based on his many film contributions.
January 30, 2007: Narrator in Farce of the Penguins
On January 30, 2007, Samuel L. Jackson was featured as the narrator in Bob Saget's direct-to-DVD film, Farce of the Penguins, a spoof of March of the Penguins.
2007: Voice role in Afro Samurai
In 2007, Samuel L. Jackson provided the voice for the title character of the anime series Afro Samurai.
2008: Campaigning for Barack Obama
In 2008, Samuel L. Jackson campaigned for Barack Obama during the Democratic Primary in Texarkana, Texas.
2008: Cameo as Nick Fury in Iron Man
In 2008, Samuel L. Jackson made a cameo appearance as Nick Fury in a post-credit scene of the film Iron Man.
2008: Portraying the villain in The Spirit
In 2008, Samuel L. Jackson portrayed the villain in the film The Spirit, which was poorly received by critics and at the box office.
2008: Reprising Role of Mace Windu and Starring in Lakeview Terrace
In 2008, Samuel L. Jackson reprised his role as Mace Windu in the CGI film, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, and also starred in Lakeview Terrace, playing a racist cop.
February 2009: Nine-Picture Deal with Marvel Studios
In February 2009, Samuel L. Jackson signed a nine-picture deal with Marvel Studios to appear as Nick Fury in several films.
2009: Charity to support education
In 2009, Samuel L. Jackson and his wife LaTanya Richardson started their own charity to help support education.
2009: Narrating in Inglourious Basterds
In 2009, Samuel L. Jackson worked with Quentin Tarantino again, narrating several scenes in the World War II film Inglourious Basterds.
2009: World's Highest-Grossing Actor
The 2009 edition of The Guinness World Records stated that Samuel L. Jackson is the world's highest-grossing actor, with $7.42 billion generated across 68 films.
2010: Portrayal of Rev. Sultan in Falcons "Rise Up" Commercial
For the Atlanta Falcons' 2010 season, Samuel L. Jackson portrayed Rev. Sultan in the Falcons "Rise Up" commercial.
2010: Starring in Mother and Child and Unthinkable
In 2010, Samuel L. Jackson starred in the drama Mother and Child, and portrayed an interrogator in the direct-to-video film Unthinkable.
2011: High-Grossing Actor
By 2011, films featuring Samuel L. Jackson had grossed between $2.81 and $4.91 billion at the North American box office, making him one of the highest-grossing actors.
December 2012: Comparison of Django Character to Clarence Thomas
In December 2012, Samuel L. Jackson compared his Django Unchained character to black conservative Justice Clarence Thomas.
December 25, 2012: Release of Django Unchained
On December 25, 2012, Samuel L. Jackson appeared in Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained, which was released on this date.
2012: Hosted Spike TV Video Game Awards
In 2012, Samuel L. Jackson hosted the Spike TV Video Game Awards.
June 2013: Campaign to fight Alzheimer's disease
In June 2013, Samuel L. Jackson launched a joint campaign with Prizeo to raise money to fight Alzheimer's disease.
August 2013: Starting a vegan diet
In August 2013, Samuel L. Jackson started following a vegan diet for health reasons and attributed a 40 lb weight loss to the diet.
2013: Voice role as Whiplash in Turbo
In 2013, Samuel L. Jackson provided the voice for Whiplash in the movie Turbo.
2013: Guest appearance on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
In 2013, Samuel L. Jackson reprised his role as Nick Fury in a cameo appearance on the ABC television series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
2014: Reprising Nick Fury in Captain America: The Winter Soldier
In 2014, Samuel L. Jackson reprised his role as Nick Fury in Captain America: The Winter Soldier.
2014: Cameo appearance on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. season finale
In 2014, Samuel L. Jackson reprised his role as Nick Fury in a cameo appearance on the season finale of the ABC television series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
December 25, 2015: Release of The Hateful Eight
On December 25, 2015, Samuel L. Jackson appeared in Quentin Tarantino's The Hateful Eight, which was released in 70mm format on this date.
2015: Reprising Nick Fury in Avengers: Age of Ultron
In 2015, Samuel L. Jackson reprised his role as Nick Fury in Avengers: Age of Ultron.
2016: Narrated documentary I Am Not Your Negro
In 2016, Samuel L. Jackson narrated the acclaimed documentary I Am Not Your Negro.
March 2017: Abandonment of Vegan Diet
By March 2017, Samuel L. Jackson had largely abandoned his vegan diet, but still praised and recommended it.
2018: Cameo Appearance as Nick Fury in Avengers: Infinity War
In 2018, Samuel L. Jackson made a cameo appearance as Nick Fury in the Avengers sequel, Infinity War.
2019: Reprising Roles and appearing in Unicorn Store and Spider-Man: Far From Home
In 2019, Samuel L. Jackson reprised his Unbreakable role in Glass and his Shaft role in Shaft, and also appeared in Unicorn Store and Spider-Man: Far From Home.
2019: Starring as Fury in Captain Marvel and Endgame
In 2019, Samuel L. Jackson starred as a younger version of Nick Fury in Captain Marvel alongside Brie Larson, and also appeared in Avengers: Endgame.
2019: Granted Gabonese Citizenship
In 2019, Samuel L. Jackson was granted Gabonese citizenship after a DNA test linked him to the country's Benga ethnic group.
2020: Appearance in Enslaved
In 2020, Samuel L. Jackson appeared in the television documentary series Enslaved, with Afua Hirsch as co-presenter.
2020: COVID-19 Awareness Campaigns
In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Samuel L. Jackson encouraged mask-wearing and blood donation through California's campaign and an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! to read Stay the Fuck at Home.
2021: Appearance in Spiral: From the Book of Saw
In 2021, Samuel L. Jackson appeared in the movie Spiral: From the Book of Saw alongside Chris Rock.
2021: Academy Honorary Award
In 2021, Samuel L. Jackson was named as one of the Academy Honorary Award recipients by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, recognized as "A cultural icon whose dynamic work has resonated across genres and generations and audiences worldwide."
June 2022: Criticism of Clarence Thomas
Following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in June 2022, Samuel L. Jackson criticized Justice Clarence Thomas regarding the Loving v. Virginia ruling.
2022: Highest-Grossing Actor
As of 2022, Samuel L. Jackson has grossed more than $27 billion across 152 movies, making him the highest-grossing actor.
2022: Receives Oscar at the Governors Awards
In 2022, Samuel L. Jackson was presented with his Oscar by friend and actor Denzel Washington at the 12th Annual Governors Awards.
2022: Broadway Return in The Piano Lesson
In 2022, after an 11-year absence, Samuel L. Jackson returned to Broadway as Doaker Charles in a revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson, receiving a Tony Award nomination for his performance.
November 2023: Filming Last Meals
In late November 2023, Samuel L. Jackson will commence filming Last Meals.
October 24, 2024: Endorsement of Kamala Harris
On October 24, 2024, Samuel L. Jackson endorsed Kamala Harris in the 2024 United States presidential election and spoke at one of her campaign rallies.
2024: Minor role in Argylle
In 2024, Samuel L. Jackson had a minor role in the Matthew Vaughn-directed spy comedy Argylle.
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