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Sean Astin, 'LOTR' Star and SAG President, Celebrates Hollywood Family at Actor Awards
The newly elected SAG-AFTRA president paid tribute to his acting family members during his speech at the 2026 Actor Awards.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Sean Astin, known for his roles in 'The Goonies' and 'The Lord of the Rings', took the stage at the 2026 Actor Awards as the newly elected SAG-AFTRA president. During his speech, Astin celebrated his family members who are also actors and union members, including his father John Astin, his late mother Patty Duke, his brother Mackenzie, and his daughters Ali, Elizabeth, and Isabella.
Why it matters
Astin's tribute to his acting family highlights the deep roots many Hollywood families have in the industry and the actors' union. As the new SAG-AFTRA president, Astin's speech also underscored the importance of union solidarity, especially during challenging times for the industry.
The details
In his speech, Astin pointed out that he has five family members who are part of the actors' union, including his father John Astin, who originated the role of Gomez Addams in 'The Addams Family', and his late mother Patty Duke, an Academy Award winner and former SAG-AFTRA president. Astin also mentioned his brother Mackenzie, who was shooting a show in Atlanta, and his daughters Ali, Elizabeth, and Isabella, who help him with various production tasks.
- Astin was elected SAG-AFTRA president in September 2026.
- Astin delivered his speech at the 2026 Actor Awards.
The players
Sean Astin
An American actor known for his roles in 'The Goonies' and 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. He was recently elected as the new president of the SAG-AFTRA union.
John Astin
Sean Astin's father, a 95-year-old actor who originated the role of Gomez Addams in 'The Addams Family'.
Patty Duke
Sean Astin's late mother, an Academy Award-winning actress and former president of the SAG-AFTRA union.
Mackenzie Astin
Sean Astin's brother, an actor who was shooting a show in Atlanta at the time of the awards ceremony.
Ali Astin
Sean Astin's daughter, who had a movie out in theaters that weekend.
What they’re saying
“Special mentions to my father, John Astin, 95 years old. He originated the role of Gomez Addams in The Addams Family. To my late mother, Academy Award winner, and former president of our union, Patty Duke. To my brother, Mackenzie, who has an early call time tomorrow, shooting a show in Atlanta; and to my daughter, Ali, we currently have a movie out this weekend in actual theaters.”
— Sean Astin, SAG-AFTRA President (ew.com)
“That is, count 'em, five members of the union in our family. And if you want to know what it's like to live with that, you can ask my patient, beautiful wife of 35 years, Christine.”
— Sean Astin, SAG-AFTRA President (ew.com)
“Awesome free labor!”
— Sean Astin, SAG-AFTRA President (ew.com)
What’s next
Astin will continue to serve as the SAG-AFTRA president for the next two years, leading the union's negotiations with the AMPTP.
The takeaway
Sean Astin's tribute to his acting family at the Actor Awards highlights the deep roots many Hollywood families have in the industry and the importance of union solidarity, especially as the new SAG-AFTRA president navigates challenging times for the entertainment industry.
