Biography of Ronald Reagan | Early Life and Acting Career - Political Career - Presidency - Legacy of Ronald Reagan
Biography of Ronald Reagan Ronald Wilson Reagan (February 6, 1911 – June 5, 2004) was an American actor and politician who served as the 40th President of the United States from 1981 to 1989. He was born in Tampico, Illinois, and raised in Dixon, Illinois. After graduating from Eureka College, Reagan worked as a radio sports announcer and later as an actor in Hollywood. Biography of Ronald Reagan Early Life and Acting Career: Ronald Reagan started his career in entertainment in the 1930s. He appeared in over 50 films and numerous television shows. Some of his notable films include "Knute Rockne, All American" (1940) in which he played the role of George Gipp, earning him the nickname "The Gipper." His acting career spanned from the 1930s to the early 1960s, and he also served as the president of the Screen Actors Guild. Ronald Reagan's Political Career: Reagan's political career began in earnest in the 1960s. He switched from being a Democrat to a Repu...