In 2001, a black version of Nick Fury was introduced in the Ultimate Universe of the comics, with his design based on Samuel L. Jackson, while the Caucasian version of the character remained in the prime universe. The Marvel Cinematic Universe version was played by Jackson, based on this version, in return for Marvel not having asked Jackson's permission to use his likeness. The MCU version's popularity in turn led to the creation of Nick Fury, Jr., the son of the character from the prime universe.