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 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.

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

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.

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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".

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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