PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Sean Astin, who starred in the iconic Oregon-made film 'The Goonies' 40 years ago, reached a career milestone in becoming the new president of SAG-AFTRA.

On Friday, Astin was elected by the union which represents tens of thousands of actors and other entertainment and media professionals, succeeding Fran Drescher in the position.

Astin comes from a Hollywood background, as he is the son of the late Academy Award-winning actress Patty Duke and John Astin, who starred in the 1960s TV series “The Addams Family.” Duke also served as the Screen Actors Guild’s president from 1985-1988.

Also widely known for his role as loyal hobbit companion Samwise Gamgee in the 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy, Astin has made appearances in TV's "Stranger Things," "Rudy" and others.

But

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