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Special to the nnpa from the afroamerican newspaperwith over 100 films under his belt, actor samuel l. Jackson s many films have brought in more money than any other actors, ever. Jackson has made it into the guinness book of world records as the highestgrossing actor of all time, according to the hollywood reporter. Jackson named highestgrossing actor of all time by. Jacksons forthcoming slate features roles in blockbusters the legend of tarzan and kong. Kanneganti brahmanandam, a popular telugu a south indian language movie actor holds the guinness record for the most number of screen credits. Samuel jackson reveals his favorite movie role of all time. The guinness book of world records named jackson the highestgrossing movie actor of all time in 2011.
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Jackson has been named the words highest grossing actor of all time by the guinness book of world records, according to the new york daily news. Jackson, 62, received his biggest break in the industry. Michael jackson, along with 1500 invited guests, attends the new york metropolitan museum of natural history to receive awards from cbs and the guinness book of world records. Guinness world records confirms michael jacksons michael. Jackson is the highestgrossing actor of all time, according to the guinness book of world records kevin lincoln 20111027t17. Jackson can now add another amazing facet to his rsum. The guinness book of world records have named samuel l jackson the highestgrossing actor of.
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He has also earned recognition for being a winner at the box office. This article lists some of the sales and chart records and achievements of michael jackson 19582009, an american singer, songwriter and dancer. Seven nights sold out at wembley stadium, london, england in 1988. The site will now take its place in the guinness book of records alongside other greats like the.
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