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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Maira Butt

Jaws actor transforms one second of screen time into lucrative career

  • Jeffrey Voorhees, who had a fleeting one-second role as Alex Kintner in the 1975 film Jaws, has been able to retire from acting thanks to the enduring popularity of his character.
  • Despite his minimal screen time, Voorhees, now 62, earns substantial income from attending Jaws fan conventions worldwide, reportedly receiving $10,000 per appearance.
  • He also profits from selling personalised video messages on Cameo for £26, sometimes receiving up to 25 requests daily.
  • Voorhees further capitalises on his cult status by selling Jaws-themed merchandise, including inflatable rafts and apparel, through his own website.
  • Voorhees said he embraced the fan circuit in 2017 and now finds purpose and financial stability from his unexpected legacy.

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