Fred Thompson was an American politician, a columnist, a lobbyist, and an attorney famous for his versatility and expertise in multiple fields. He had also achieved success as a television and film actor, along with hosting live on radio. Being a Republican, he served his nation by actively representing Tennessee (1994-2003) in the United States Senate. He had fulfilled his duties as a Chairman of the prestigious International Security Advisory Board as well, working under the United States Department of State. Moreover, he also served as a dedicated member of the Council on Foreign Relations and as a member of the United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission. His presence as a Visiting Fellow for the American Enterprise Institute was greatly appreciated owing to his in-depth knowledge of national security and intelligence. He had been featured in many television commercials over the years and had a special knack for representing governmental figures in the various television shows he has worked for. Indeed, Fred Thompson is remembered for leading a rather unusual life with respect to his career as he kept shuttling between the entertainment industry and national politics! His charismatic personality and multi-talented nature received a lot of praise and contributed to his becoming a notable figure in American history.