SAMUEL L. JACKSON – EST. $270 MILLION

Given his participation in countless blockbusters throughout the years, it comes as no surprise that Samuel L. Jackson is recognized as the highest all-time box office star. His films have grossed over $7.1 billion, with an average of $89.9 for every movie. In 2011, he was given credit for being the top-grossing actor, surpassing the record of voice actor Frank Welker.

Did you know that he used to be a marine biology major before ending up in drama? From there, the rest has been a steady climb to his current status—from theatre plays to television appearances, then finally landing movie roles. Funny enough, he later landed a role in the 1999 film Deep Blue Sea as Russell Franklin, a character who was sent to check on the movie’s shark-infested facility. Other projects he starred in over the years include the Star Wars prequel trilogy, The Hateful Eight, Unbreakable, and his voice acting gig as Frozone in The Incredibles movies.