Samuel L. Jackson
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Samuel Leroy Jackson
Date of Birth: December 21, 1948
Place of Birth: Washington, D.C., USA
Height: 189 cm (6′2″)
Weight: ~94 kg
Religion: Christian
Nationality: American
Ancestry: African-American
Languages: English
Marital Status: Married to LaTanya Richardson (1980–)
Children: 1 daughter (Zoe)
Occupation: Actor, Producer
Education: Morehouse College (Drama)
Net Worth: $250M+ (2025 estimate)
Total Social Followers: Millions across Twitter/Instagram
Businesses: Charity and film production ventures
Notable Works: Pulp Fiction, Star Wars, Marvel’s Avengers, Django Unchained, Unbreakable
Current Residence: Los Angeles, California
Number of Houses: Multiple properties in USA
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee by his mother and grandparents.
- Attended Morehouse College in Atlanta, where he studied drama.
- Became involved in civil rights activism during the 1960s and 1970s.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1994: Breakthrough in Pulp Fiction (Academy Award nomination).
- 1999–2005: Portrayed Jedi Master Mace Windu in the Star Wars prequel trilogy.
- 2000: Played Elijah Price / Mr. Glass in Unbreakable.
- 2008–present: Iconic role as Nick Fury in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
- 2012: Memorable performance in Django Unchained.
- 2020s: Continues as one of the most prolific actors in Hollywood.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Honorary Academy Award (2022) for lifetime achievement.
- BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor (Pulp Fiction).
- Numerous NAACP Image Awards and MTV Movie Awards.
- Recognized as one of the highest-grossing actors of all time.
🧠 Did You Know?
- His films have grossed more than $27 billion worldwide.
- Appeared in over 150 films, spanning all genres.
- Famous for his commanding voice and energetic delivery.
- Longtime golf enthusiast; often seen playing celebrity tournaments.
- Has a contract clause that allows him to golf during film shoots.
- Advocate for civil rights and social justice.
- Frequently collaborates with Quentin Tarantino.
- Was addicted to drugs in the 1980s, overcame rehab before success.
- Met his wife LaTanya Richardson while in college; married over 40 years.
- Known for his iconic use of strong language in roles.
- Appears in Marvel films more than any other recurring character actor.
- Provides voice work in commercials and animated features.
- Supports education initiatives in underserved communities.
- Collector of comic books and pop culture memorabilia.
- Frequently ranks on “coolest actors of all time” lists.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Samuel L. Jackson born and how old is he?
He was born on December 21, 1948, in Washington, D.C., and is years old as of 2025.
What are Samuel L. Jackson’s most famous movies?
Pulp Fiction, Star Wars prequels, Marvel’s Avengers, Django Unchained, Unbreakable.
Is Samuel L. Jackson married and does he have children?
Yes, he is married to LaTanya Richardson since 1980, and they have one daughter named Zoe.
What is Samuel L. Jackson’s net worth?
Estimated at over $250 million in 2025.
Which Marvel character does Samuel L. Jackson play?
He plays Nick Fury, the leader of S.H.I.E.L.D., in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Has Samuel L. Jackson won an Oscar?
Yes, he received an Honorary Academy Award in 2022.
What college did Samuel L. Jackson attend?
He studied drama at Morehouse College in Atlanta.
What are Samuel L. Jackson’s hobbies?
He enjoys golfing, collecting comic books, and watching sports.