Sean Astin

Sean Astin is an American movie actor, director and producer best known for his roles in films such as The Goonies and The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

1. Born February 25, 1971
2. Notable role: "Mikey Walsh" in The Goonies
3. Notable role: "Seargeant Richard Moore" in Memphis Belle
4. Notable role: "Rudy" in Rudy
5. Notable role: "Samwise Gamgee" in The Lord of the Rings trilogy

Sean Astin was born in Santa Monica, California and is the son of Patty Duke and John Astin who are both actors.

He made his debut on the big screen at age thirteen in the film Goonies' (1985). His next big role came in (1993)) with Rudy, in which he played the title role.

He was launched into super stardom with his appearance in The Lord of the Rings Film Series as Samwise Gamgee. He has stated his support for Hillary Clinton's 2008 presidential bid.

• Note: The majority of the links in this timeline are to IMDb, which has pop-ups.

• 1985: The Goonies

• 1990: Memphis Belle

• 1991: Toy Soldiers

• 1992: Encino Man

• 1993: Rudy

• 1994: Safe Passage

• 1996: Courage Under Fire

• 2000: Icebreaker

• 2001: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

• 2002: The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

• 2003: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

• 2004: 50 First Dates

• 2006: 24 (10 Episodes)

• 2006: Click

• 2007: My Wife is Retarded

• 2007: Boderland

• 2007: The Final Season