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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 15h

The hobbits Sean Astin, Elijah Wood, Billy Boyd, and Dom Monaghan *try* to list the cities they will be visiting!

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 2d

Sean Astin shares a sweet memory from filming Brooklyn 99 with Andre Braugher.

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 3d

Sean Astin recalls his emotions on filming the climatic scene in Rudy.

Via raymondw.orosco on TikTok.

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 4d

Samwise Gamgee may be a fan of potatoes, but Sean Astin has a soft spot for lasagna!

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 6d

SAG-AFTRA president Sean Astin presents the SAG-AFTRA Harold Russell Award to Anita Hollander for her advocacy for performers with disabilities. This is the same award that Sean's mother Patty Duke won in 2002 for advocating for accurate representation of disabilities in entertainment (2nd pic).

Sean Astin presenting SAG-AFTRA Harold Russell Award to Anita Hollander.

Sean Astin’s mother Patty Duke received same award in 2092, presented by Melissa Gilbert.

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 7d

Sean Astin talks about the upcoming Goonies sequel between takes while filming a movie in Detroit. What do you think of his accessories??

youtu.be/58G92icRorM?si

Sean Astin on whether a “Goonies” sequel is really coming out

YouTube video by MLive

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FAN EXPO Vancouver @fanexpovancouver.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to #FANEXPOVancouver26 for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM PT. Buy tickets now: spr.ly/6000A0HQu

#LOTR #TheHobbits #Hobbits25 #LOTR25 #SeanAstin #SamwiseGamgee

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FAN EXPO Philadelphia @fanexpophilly.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to FAN EXPO Philadelphia for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM ET. Buy tickets now: spr.ly/63328A0D2i+

#LOTR #TheHobbits #Hobbits25 #LOTR25 #FXPH

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FAN EXPO Chicago @fanexpochicago.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to FAN EXPO Chicago for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM CT.

Buy tickets: spr.ly/63323A0KE5
Learn more: spr.ly/63324A0KEg

#LOTR #TheHobbits #LOTR25

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to FAN EXPO Canada for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM ET. Buy tickets now: spr.ly/63324AL6Xg
Learn more: spr.ly/6004AIhIq
#LOTR #SeanAstin #FANEXPOCanada

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FAN EXPO New Orleans @fanexponeworleans.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to FAN EXPO New Orleans for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM CT.

Buy tickets: spr.ly/63322A0K8E
Learn more: spr.ly/63323A0K81

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CALGARY EXPO @calgaryexpo.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to CALGARY EXPO for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM MT. Buy tickets now: spr.ly/6005A0E8L

#LOTR #TheHobbits #Hobbits25 #LOTR25 #SeanAstin #SamwiseGamgee

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FAN EXPO Dallas @fanexpodallas.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to FAN EXPO Dallas for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM CT. Buy tickets now: spr.ly/63323A0BNZ

#LOTR #TheHobbits #Hobbits25 #LOTR25 #Dallas #DFW #SeanAstin

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FAN EXPO Portland @fanexpoportland.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to FAN EXPO Portland for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM PT. Buy tickets now: spr.ly/63329ALNxt and learn more: spr.ly/63321ALNxv

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FAN EXPO Boston @fanexpoboston.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to #FANEXPOBoston for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM ET. Buy tickets now: spr.ly/63320A0JFi

#FANEXPOBoston2026 #LOTR #TheHobbits #SeanAstin #SamwiseGamgee

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FAN EXPO Denver @fanexpodenver.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to FAN EXPO Denver for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM MT. Buy tickets now: spr.ly/63326ALfLo and learn more: spr.ly/63329ALfLS

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MEGACON Orlando @megaconorlando.bsky.social · 8d

He made a promise. Sean Astin brings Samwise Gamgee's loyalty to #MEGACONOrlando for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years. Experiences on sale October 22 at 10 AM ET. Buy tickets now: spr.ly/63329A03GB

#MEGACONOrlando2026 #TheLordoftheRings #Hobbits #SeanAstin

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 8d

These 6 Words Are Sean Astin's Favorite Part of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy (& They Break Tolkien Lore)

Also fav lines from Elijah Wood, Billy Boyd and Dom Monaghan.

www.cbr.com/lord-of-the-...

These 6 Words Are Sean Astin's Favorite Part of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy (& They Break Tolkien Lore)

Sean Astin, who portrayed Samwise "Sam" Gamgee in Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, revealed his surprising favorite quote.

www.cbr.com

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 9d

Fan Expo announced that it will have a 25th anniversary The Lord of the Rings cast reunion tour spanning 11 cities in 2026 withSean Astin, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, and Elijah Wood

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Fan Expo Announces LORD OF THE RINGS Cast Reunion Anniversary Tour in 2026

Somehow, it has been well over two decades since four Hobbits left the Shire and raced straight into our hearts. That’s right, the first The Lord of The Rings movie is indeed that old.

www.yardbarker.com

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 9d

Gavin Newsom signed SB 683 into law to protect performers against those who might replicate their image without consent.

“This is a clear statement that California stands with performers against AI abuse,” Sean Astin said.

Full SAG-AFTRA statement here:
www.sagaftra.org/sag-aftra-ap...

SAG‑AFTRA Applauds Gov. Newsom for Enhancing Protections Against Nonconsensual Digital Replicas

SAG‑AFTRA thanks Gov. Gavin Newsom for signing SB 683 into law, and we thank Sen. Cortese for championing the bill through the legislature!

www.sagaftra.org

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 10d

Turning the Industry on Its Side: SAG-AFTRA Goes Vertical With New Agreement

“Our members are always on the lookout for good work opportunities. As technology develops & our industry looks for creative ways to engage audiences, new formats emerge,” —Sean Astin

www.sagaftra.org/turning-indu...

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 10d

TMZ encountered Sean Astin at LAX and got his thoughts on Sora 2 and AI.

Sean says AI is a tsunami washing over us. His bottom line is use AI responsibly, and only with creators’ blessing!

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 10d

Full Sean Astin panel at FanX Salt Lake City. He talks about his role as president of SAG-AFTRA, the enduring popularity of the Goonies, its upcoming sequel and cultural significance, working on Stranger Things, LOTR and more.
youtu.be/PBYhvpi0Rp4?si

ASK HIM ANYTHING! Sean Astin SHUTS DOWN The Stage at FanX 2025

YouTube video by FanX Comic Conventions

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LindaofNote @lindaofnote.bsky.social · 14d

A Message from President Sean Astin and NED Duncan Crabtree-Ireland Regarding A.I.

www.sagaftra.org/member-messa...

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SAG-AFTRA @sagaftra.org · 14d

Member Message: A Message from President Sean Astin and NED Duncan Crabtree-Ireland regarding A.I.

Read more: www.sagaftra.org/member-messa...

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