Samuel L. Jackson's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Samuel L. Jackson. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Samuel L. Jackson is a highly acclaimed and prolific American actor, recognized as one of the most prominent actors of his generation. His extensive filmography has generated over $27 billion globally, making him the highest-grossing actor of all time. In 2022, Jackson was honored with the Academy Honorary Award, acknowledging his status as a cultural icon with a significant impact across various genres, generations, and audiences worldwide.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

November 4, 2005: Hawaii International Film Festival Achievement in Acting Award

On November 4, 2005, Samuel L. Jackson received the Hawaii International Film Festival Achievement in Acting Award, recognizing his contributions to film.

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, marking him as the seventh African American and 191st actor to be recognized in this manner.

December 2, 2006: German Bambi Award for International Film

On December 2, 2006, Samuel L. Jackson won the German Bambi Award for International Film, in recognition of his many contributions to the film industry.

2009: Guinness World Record

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.

2022: Highest Grossing Actor

As of 2022, according to data calculated by the Golden Globes, Samuel L. Jackson's movies grossed more than $27 billion across 152 movies, making him the highest-grossing actor.

2022: Broadway Return in The Piano Lesson

In 2022, Samuel L. Jackson returned to Broadway after 11 years, starring as Doaker Charles in a revival of August Wilson's "The Piano Lesson", directed by his wife LaTanya Richardson Jackson; and also receiving a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his performance.