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Who is Samuel L Jackson?
Samuel L. Jackson was born on December 21, 1948 and has worked as both an actor and film producer in America. Jackson started performing in theater at Morehouse College and then moved on to films, following his involvement in the Civil Rights Movement. He had played minor roles in films like ‘Goodfellas’ and ‘Def by Temptation’ before meeting Morgan Freeman and Spike Lee. He went on to star in films like ‘Patriot Games,’ ‘Amos & Andrew,’ ‘True Romance,’ and ‘Jurassic Park’ after being praised for his role in ‘Jungle Fever.’ He was nominated for multiple awards and critical acclaim for his performance as Jules Winnfield in ‘Pulp Fiction’ in 1994.
| Real Name/Full Name | Samuel Leroy Jackson |
| Date Of Birth | 21 December 1948 |
| Age | 76 years old |
| Birthplace | Washington, D.C., United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Zodiac sign | Sagittarius |
| Height | 6 feet 2 inch |
| Weight | 60 kg |
| Spouse | LaTanya Richardson Jackson |
| Children | Zoe Jackson |
| Siblings | Not Known |
| Profession | Actor, and Filmmaker. |
| Net worth | $250 Million. |
Biography
December 21, 1948 marked the birth of Samuel L. Jackson, the acclaimed American actor, in the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. He is the only child of Elizabeth Jackson and Roy Henry Jackson, but he was raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee, by his mother and maternal grandparents, Edgar Montgomery and Pearl Montgomery, and extended family.
Samuel L. Jackson’s stutter as a child forced him to pretend to be someone who didn’t stutter as a way to cope. Despite occasional stuttering, he utilizes the word’motherf*cker’ to overcome it during speeches.
At first, Samuel L. Jackson was interested in marine biology and planned to study it at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. However, after joining a local acting group to gain extra credit for a class, he discovered a passion for acting that ultimately led him to co-found the Just Us Theatre before graduating in 1972.
Personal Life
Jackson was blessed with a daughter named Zoe after marrying LaTanya Richardson. Samuel L. Jackson’s life has been bolstered by their marriage, which has provided him with unwavering love and support throughout his career.
Career
He appeared in several plays, including ‘The Threepenny Opera’ and ‘A Soldier’s Play,’ before making his film debut in ‘Together for Days’ in 1972. Four years later, he made an appearance on the television show ‘Movin’ On’. During his time in New York City, he appeared in stage plays, such as ‘The Piano Lesson’ and ‘Two Trains Running’. In 1977, he made an appearance in the movie ‘The Displaced Person’.
He got his big break in 1991 when he appeared in Spike Lee’s Jungle Fever movie. He received critical praise for portraying a crack addict named Gator, and he quickly established himself as a sought-after actor in Hollywood. He subsequently worked with prominent figures in the industry, including Quentin Tarantino, Steven Spielberg, and George Lucas.
From 1990 to 1993, he worked in films like ‘Def by Temptation,’ ‘The Return of Superfly,’ ‘Strictly Business,’ ‘Jungle Fever,’ ‘Patriot Games,’ ‘True Romance,’ ‘Amos & Andrew,’ ‘Jurassic Park,’ and ‘Loaded Weapon 1. The role of Jules Winnfield in the hit movie Pulp Fiction was played by him in 1994 and it was critically acclaimed. Jackson’s movie’s release and subsequent success led to him becoming a world icon. Later on, it emerged that director Quentin Tarantino had a specific preference for him for the role.
He was in the cast of several 2002 movies like ‘Changing Lanes,’ ‘XXX,’ ‘No Good Deed,’ and “Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones”. From 2003 to 2005, he played important roles in ‘Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines,’ ‘Twisted,’ ‘Kill Bill: Volume 2,’ ‘The Incredibles,’ ‘In My Country,’ ‘Coach Carter,’ ‘The Man,’ and ‘Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith. Julianne Moore was his co-star in ‘Freedomland’ when he was cast in 2006. In the same year, he made an appearance in one of the most offbeat films of the year, ‘Snakes on a Plane’.
The Kansas City Film Critics Circle awarded him the ‘Best Supporting Actor’ award for ‘Jungle Fever’ in 1991. He received the BAFTA Award for his performance as ‘Best Supporting Actor in Pulp Fiction’ in 1994. After demonstrating his acting talent on screen, Jackson was nominated for an Academy Award for ‘Best Supporting Actor’ in 1994. International recognition was gained for him by being nominated for the Golden Globe Award. The NAACP Image Award was given to him in 2013 for being the best supporting actor in ‘Django Unchained’.
Net Worth
Samuel L. Jackson is estimated to have a net worth of $250 million. His wealth has been built up through his years of acting in some of the highest-grossing films of all time. He has been involved in numerous brand endorsements and business ventures. In addition, he has put money into business opportunities.
