American University boasts an extensive, highly accomplished global alumni network that has achieved international acclaim across public service, entertainment, journalism, and business. Famous former graduates include multi-Academy Award-winning actress Goldie Hawn, acclaimed actor Sean Astin, former Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, television judge Judy Sheindlin, musician Henry Rollins, and numerous prominent broadcast journalists, diplomats, corporate executives, and members of the United States Congress who launched successful careers from the Washington, D.C. campus.