"The Goonies" actor Sean Astin turns 53

Published: Feb. 25, 2024, 12:51 p.m.

Born on February 25, 1971, in Los Angeles, CA, Sean Astin made a mark in the film industry throughout his career. Astin starred in films including "The Goonies," "Rudy," and "Lord of the Rings" trilogy.

Sean Astin delivers a keynote speech during Missouri State University's Impact Summit Wednesday, May 1, 2019. Img 037
Actor Sean Astin throws out the first pitch prior to the game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Chase Field.
American actor Sean Astin throws out the first pitch before the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the St. Louis Cardinals at Dodger Stadium.
Actor Sean Astin (R) poses with Arizona Diamondbacks mascot "D Baxter" prior to the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Chase Field.
American actor Sean Astin with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, was on hand to throw out the first pitch before the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the St. Louis Cardinals at Dodger Stadium.
Sean Astin autographs a sketch by Emma McGlumphry, a Missouri State University freshman and animation major, during a keynote speech Wednesday, May 1, 2019. Img 038
Sean Astin and Elijah Wood present the award for outstanding performance by a female actor in a supporting role during the Screen Actors Guild Awards on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024 at The Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles..