SAMUEL L. JACKSON: 'FRIENDS MISTAKE WAXWORK FOR ME'

SAMUEL L. JACKSON's Madame Tussaud's waxwork is so realistic - his own friends mistake it for the real thing. The actor is frequently called by pals who think they've seen him posing with fans on New York City's 42nd street - where his figure stands on the sidewalk outside the famous museum. Jackson says, "It's a very good likeness. I've had people call me and say they saw me in New York. I'm like, 'I'm not in New York.' They said, 'Yeah - you're on 42nd street, taking pictures with some people.' Not me!" The actor has also appealed for Madame Tussauds bosses to let his waxwork back inside, in the warmth of the building: "Why are they putting mine outside all the time? I'm not sure if I'm not fit to be inside with the others."