Sean Astin - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 25, 1971 |
|---|---|
| Age | 55 |
| Birthplace | Santa Monica, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Sean Astin's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Portraying Samwise Gamgee in 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy, Mikey Walsh in 'The Goonies,' and the title role in 'Rudy.' |
Intro
Sean Astin is an American actor, director, and producer, best known for his roles in major films such as 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy, 'The Goonies,' and the inspirational sports movie 'Rudy.' He has also appeared in popular TV series including 'Stranger Things.'
Early Life & Background
Sean Astin was born to actress Patty Duke and was adopted by actor John Astin after their marriage. He grew up in a family deeply connected to the entertainment industry, which influenced his early interest in acting. Astin attended Crossroads High School for the Arts and later earned a B.A. in History and English from UCLA.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Samwise Gamgee in 'The Lord of the Rings' film trilogy (2001–2003).
- Starred as Mikey Walsh in 'The Goonies' (1985).
- Played the title role in 'Rudy' (1993).
- Appeared as Bob Newby in 'Stranger Things' Season 2 (2017).
- Voice work for animated films and series, including 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.'
Trivia
- Sean Astin ran the Ironman World Championship triathlon in 2015.
- He is the son of Oscar-winning actress Patty Duke and was adopted by actor John Astin.
- Astin is known for his advocacy and political activism, including work to promote literacy.
FAQs
People also ask
Sean Astin is 55 years old.
Sean Astin was born the 25 February 1971.
Santa Monica, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 25th, 1971, in brief:
- Day of the week: February 25th, 1971 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: One Bad Apple by The Osmonds
- #1 UK song: Baby Jump by Mungo Jerry
- Popular movie: A Clockwork Orange directed by Stanley Kubrick
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