Charlie Sheen, born Carlos Irwin Estévez on September 3, 1965, is an American actor known for his roles in both film and television
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. He is the youngest son of actor Martin Sheen (born Ramón Estévez) and artist Janet Templeton
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. Charlie Sheen has made a significant impact on Hollywood, starring in numerous successful films and TV shows throughout his career
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Sheen’s early life was marked by his interest in acting, which he developed alongside his brothers, Emilio Estevez and Ramon Estevez, and sister, Renée Estevez
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. He attended Santa Monica High School, where he was a star pitcher and shortstop for the baseball team
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. His first movie appearance was at age nine in his father’s film “The Execution of Private Slovik” (1974)
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Sheen’s breakthrough came with his role in Oliver Stone’s “Platoon” (1986), where he played a young soldier caught in the moral crisis of the Vietnam War
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. This performance earned him rave reviews and established him as a serious actor
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. He followed this success with roles in “Wall Street” (1987), “Young Guns” (1988), and “Major League” (1989), solidifying his status as a leading man in Hollywood
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In 2003, Sheen took on the role of Charlie Harper in the hit sitcom “Two and a Half Men,” which ran for 12 seasons and made him one of the highest-paid actors on television
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. However, his time on the show was marred by public substance abuse issues and erratic behavior, leading to his termination in 2011
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. Despite this, “Two and a Half Men” remains one of his most memorable roles.
After leaving “Two and a Half Men,” Sheen continued to work in television, starring in the TV version of “Anger Management” from 2012 to 2014
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. He also appeared in films like “Scary Movie V” (2013) and “Machete Kills” (2013)
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. In 2015, Sheen publicly revealed that he is HIV positive, which led to an increase in HIV prevention and testing, known as the “Charlie Sheen effect”
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In recent years, Sheen has focused on his sobriety and raising his twin boys, Max and Bob
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. He has expressed gratitude for the support of his family, especially his father, Martin Sheen, who helped him get to rehab
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. Sheen has also been involved in new projects, including discussions about a potential return to TV with a new series called “Ramble On,” which explores celebrities trying to jumpstart their careers
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Charlie Sheen’s career has been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, but his impact on Hollywood and popular culture is undeniable. From his early days in “Platoon” to his iconic role in “Two and a Half Men,” Sheen has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
For more information, you can watch this YouTube video about Charlie Sheen’s life and career.
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