Is Samuel L. Jackson Planning To Retire From Acting? His Wife Reveals The ‘Pact’ They Have

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Contrary to the assumption that Samuel L. Jackson, at 76 years old with over 200 film and TV credits under his belt, might be slowing down his illustrious career, you’d be off base. Known for his significant presence in a third of Marvel movies, Jackson boasts countless unforgettable moments in the annals of cinema. In fact, he holds the title as the highest-grossing actor to date. His wife hints that there’s a unique agreement regarding when he might retire from showbiz, and it seems his legendary career is far from winding down soon.

Latanya Richardson Jackson, who is married to Samuel L. Jackson and is also an accomplished actor, marked 50 years with the star of “Pulp Fiction” two summers past. Currently, they both remain active in their respective careers. Notably, LaTanya has just secured her second Tony nomination for Best Actress In A Play. During a discussion about their careers in New York City recently, she expressed thoughts on retirement:

My spouse (Sam) and I have made a promise to persevere together, come what may – until our journey together shows signs of wear and tear. In other words, we’ve agreed that if either of us finds ourselves overextending, we’ll step in and remind the other, “It’s time to retreat,” before continuing onwards. Simply put, we plan to carry on with this commitment as long as life keeps moving forward.

In conversation, LaTanya disclosed that she and SLJ are dedicated to embracing life vigorously as they approach their seventh decade, and this involves carrying on with their respective professions. It appears the pair stand united in fostering each other’s careers, but plan to consult one another when it’s time to embark on a new phase beyond work.

Given their extensive achievements, it’s plausible they might retire anytime, but their deep passion for their work keeps them engaged. They have a single child, Zoe Jackson, who is 43 years old. Most recently, LaTanya has graced the stage in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, “Purpose” from 2025. Here’s a glimpse into the Jackson family:

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Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson share more than just a marital bond; they’ve collaborated on various projects throughout their careers. They both starred in the 2006 film “Freedomland”, and have produced multiple projects, including Apple TV+’s “The Last Days Of Ptolemy Grey”. Before it was adapted into a Netflix movie, LaTanya directed her husband in a Broadway production of August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson”.

In the pipeline for Jackson are at least seven ongoing projects, not counting potential upcoming roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe following his extensive history as Nick Fury. The upcoming films featuring Sam L. Jackson are “Afterburn” and “The Beast”. “Afterburn” is a science fiction comedy with Dave Bautista, while “The Beast” reportedly sees Jackson portraying a fictitious U.S. president who finds himself in a limo during a coup attempt. Although the release dates for both movies have yet to be announced, it’s likely that one of them will make its way onto the 2025 film schedule soon.

What a fantastic pair the Jacksons are! They truly demonstrate that when you’re passionate about what you do, there’s no need for an early retirement!

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2025-05-18 15:37