Samuel Leroy Jackson. Born December 21, 1948, He is an actor and producer. One of the most widely recognized actors of his generation, the films in which he has appeared have collectively grossed over $27 billion worldwide, making him the highest-grossing actor of all time (excluding cameo appearances). He rose to fame with films such as Coming to America (1988). Jackson is a highly prolific actor, having appeared in over 150 films. His other roles include Die Hard with a Ve