Sean Astin Biography: Lord of the Rings Star, Career, Family and Net Worth
Sean Astin is an American actor best known for playing Mikey in *The Goonies*, Daniel Ruettiger in *Rudy*, Samwise Gamgee in *The Lord of the Rings* trilogy, and Bob Newby in *Stranger Things*. He has also appeared in *24*, *Toy Soldiers* and *Encino Man*, and voiced characters in several animated series. Born on February 25, 1971, Astin is the son of late actress Patty Duke. He was adopted and raised by actor John Astin, while later paternity testing confirmed that writer and music promoter Michael Tell was his biological father. He has spoken publicly about maintaining close relationships with the father figures in his life. Astin has been married to Christine Harrell since 1992 and they have three daughters. Beyond acting, he is a long-distance running and triathlon enthusiast. In 2025, he was elected president of SAG-AFTRA for a two-year term. His estimated net worth is reported at about $8 million.
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