Ronald Wilson Reagan (/ˈrɡən/ RAY-gən; February 6, 1911 – June 5, 2004) was an American politician and actor who served as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989. A member of the Republican Party, his presidency constituted the Reagan era, and he was considered one of the most prominent conservative figures in the United States.

Ronald Reagan
Ronald Reagan's presidential portrait, 1981

Official portrait, 1981
40th President of the United States
In office
January 20, 1981 – January 20, 1989
Vice President George H. W. Bush