Entertainment | Samuel L. Jackson Top-Grossing Actor of All Time Is... Not who you might think By Evann Gastaldo Posted Oct 27, 2011 10:48 AM CDT Copied Samuel L. Jackson arrives for the Shooting Stars Benefit at a central London venue, Friday, Aug. 5, 2011. (AP Photo/Jonathan Short) Samuel L. Jackson has made it into the Guinness Book of World Records as the highest-grossing actor of all time, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Jackson’s films—he’s made more than 100—have earned more than $7.4 billion, thanks in part to huge earners like the Star Wars prequels, which account for a whopping $2.4 billion. Perhaps Jackson isn’t the person you would have guessed held the spot—but who can deny the appeal of an actor who will do this? Read These Next A government shutdown could mean permanent layoffs. Retirement savings catch-up plans are about to change. James Comey says go ahead, bring on his trial. Judge demands answers from Trump administration on Mangione comments. Report an error