Actor
Sean Astin
Sean Astin was born on February 25, 1971 in Santa Monica, California. He starred in The Goonies at age 12 and starred in Memphis Belle at 19.
Sean Astin was born in 1971 and is currently 55 years old. Anyone born before 1971 is older than Sean.
Born
February 25, 1971
Santa Monica, California
World pop: ~3.8B
Sean's age
55
Your age
20
Are you older than Sean Astin?
No — Sean Astin was born in 1971. You were born in 2006, making you 35 years younger.
At your age (20), Sean had already starred in Memphis Belle (at age 19), but hadn't yet starred in Rudy (at age 22).
Sean's Life Timeline
Sean Astin was born on February 25, 1971, in Santa Monica, California. He was raised in a creative environment, being the son of actress Patty Duke and the adoptive son of actor John Astin. Growing up in the entertainment industry, he developed a passion for acting from a young age, which led him to pursue a career in film and television.
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Astin gained significant recognition for his role as Samwise Gamgee in Peter Jackson's film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy, released between 2001 and 2003. Prior to this iconic role, he starred in the beloved 1985 film 'The Goonies' and received critical acclaim for his performance in 'Rudy' (1993), where he portrayed the determined underdog Rudy Ruettiger. Throughout his career, Astin has appeared in various television series and films, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
In addition to his acting career, Sean Astin has made contributions as a director and producer. He has also been involved in various charitable endeavors and advocacy work, particularly in support of education and health initiatives. As of now, he continues to work in the entertainment industry, leaving a lasting legacy through his memorable performances and dedication to his craft.
Starred in The Goonies
Sean Astin was 12 years old when he starred in 'The Goonies', a film that became a cult classic. His role as Mikey Walsh helped establish him as a prominent young actor in Hollywood.
Sean Astin was 12 years old when he starred in The Goonies in 1983. Are you older than Sean was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Memphis Belle
Sean Astin starred in 'Memphis Belle,' a World War II drama about the final mission of a B-17 bomber crew.
Sean Astin was 19 years old when he starred in Memphis Belle in 1990. Are you older than Sean was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Rudy
Sean Astin was 22 years old when he starred in 'Rudy', portraying the inspiring story of Rudy Ruettiger. This role earned him critical acclaim and solidified his status as a talented actor.
Sean Astin was 22 years old when he starred in Rudy in 1993. Are you older than Sean was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became Samwise Gamgee in The Lord of the Rings
Sean Astin was 30 years old when he became Samwise Gamgee in 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. His performance in this iconic role has been celebrated by fans and critics alike.
Sean Astin was 30 years old when he became Samwise Gamgee in The Lord of the Rings in 2001. Are you older than Sean was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
Sean Astin continued his role as Samwise Gamgee in 'The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers,' deepening the beloved character.
Sean Astin was 31 years old when he starred in The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers in 2002. Are you older than Sean was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
Sean Astin delivered his most celebrated performance as Samwise Gamgee in 'The Return of the King,' which won 11 Academy Awards.
Sean Astin was 32 years old when he starred in The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King in 2003. Are you older than Sean was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed a film
Sean Astin was 33 years old when he directed the film 'The Long and Short of It'. This achievement showcased his skills beyond acting and highlighted his versatility in the film industry.
Sean Astin was 33 years old when he directed a film in 2004. Are you older than Sean was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Appeared in Stranger Things
Sean Astin appeared as Bob Newby in Season 2 of Netflix's 'Stranger Things,' earning widespread fan adoration for the character.
Sean Astin was 46 years old when he appeared in Stranger Things in 2017. Are you older than Sean was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 0 | |
| 1972 | 1 | |
| 1973 | 2 | |
| 1974 | 3 | |
| 1975 | 4 | |
| 1976 | 5 | |
| 1977 | 6 | |
| 1978 | 7 | |
| 1979 | 8 | |
| 1980 | 9 | |
| 1981 | 10 | |
| 1982 | 11 | |
| 1983 | 12 | starred in The Goonies |
| 1984 | 13 | |
| 1985 | 14 | |
| 1986 | 15 | |
| 1987 | 16 | |
| 1988 | 17 | |
| 1989 | 18 | |
| 1990 | 19 | starred in Memphis Belle |
| 1991 | 20 | |
| 1992 | 21 | |
| 1993 | 22 | starred in Rudy |
| 1994 | 23 | |
| 1995 | 24 | |
| 1996 | 25 | |
| 1997 | 26 | |
| 1998 | 27 | |
| 1999 | 28 | |
| 2000 | 29 | |
| 2001 | 30 | became Samwise Gamgee in The Lord of the Rings |
| 2002 | 31 | starred in The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers |
| 2003 | 32 | starred in The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King |
| 2004 | 33 | directed a film |
| 2005 | 34 | |
| 2006 | 35 | |
| 2007 | 36 | |
| 2008 | 37 | |
| 2009 | 38 | |
| 2010 | 39 | |
| 2011 | 40 | |
| 2012 | 41 | |
| 2013 | 42 | |
| 2014 | 43 | |
| 2015 | 44 | |
| 2016 | 45 | |
| 2017 | 46 | appeared in Stranger Things |
| 2018 | 47 | |
| 2019 | 48 | |
| 2020 | 49 | |
| 2021 | 50 | |
| 2022 | 51 | |
| 2023 | 52 | |
| 2024 | 53 | |
| 2025 | 54 | |
| 2026 | 55 |
