History: Assistant Director
Skinner joined the United States Marines in 1968. He served on active combat
duty in Vietnam, receiving a Purple Heart after emerging as the only survivor
of an enemy ambush. After his military service, A. D. Skinner joined the
Bureau; he quickly advanced through the ranks, becoming a Special Agent
in charge of a field office before his transfer to Bureau Headquarters in
Washington. Several promotions followed. Agts. Mulder and Scully had been
assigned to the X-Files for over a year before A. D. Skinner received supervisory
responsibility over their activities. While he has proven to be a tough
taskmaster, A. D. Skinner has also shown compassion for his subordinates.
When necessary, he has defended them in word and action, surviving not only
several campaigns to blackmail or discredit him, but also a number of attempts
on his life.
Tightly focused on the responsibilities of his position, A. D. Skinner has
managed to keep his personal life private and strictly segregated from his
professional life. His marriage to Sharon Skinner remained unknown to Agts.
Mulder and Scully until well into their second year under A. D. Skinner's
supervision. For recreation and to stay fit, A. D. Skinner enjoys golf and
jogging. |