Rochester Christian University’s 55th annual Partnership Dinner, sponsored by Chief Financial Credit Union, will feature actor Sean Astin on Saturday, April 11, at 6:30 p.m. at the Royal Park Hotel in downtown Rochester, Michigan. 

Astin is best known for his roles in several iconic films. He first gained widespread recognition as Mikey Walsh in The Goonies (1985), capturing audiences with his adventurous spirit and heartfelt leadership. Astin later inspired viewers as the determined and loyal Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger in Rudy (1993) and earned global acclaim for his portrayal of Samwise Gamgee, the courageous and devoted companion in The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

Astin has appeared in more than 50 films throughout his career, along with over 100 acting credits across television, voice work and streaming projects. An Academy Award nominee and Screen Actors Guild Award winner, Astin has directed and produced award-recognized short films and recently made his Broadway debut as Santa in Elf The Musical. He was also recently elected president of the Screen Actors Guild–American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.

Since 1972, the Partnership Dinner has raised funds for student scholarships and is the institution’s largest annual fundraiser. Tickets are $200 for adults and $150 for RCU alumni. Sponsorship opportunities, tickets and more information can be found at rcu.edu/pd