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Charlie Sheen

Charlie Sheen, born Carlos Irwin Estévez on September 3, 1965, is an American actor known for film and television roles.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Charlie Sheen is an American actor known for roles in films like Platoon and the sitcom Two and a Half Men. He has been a prominent figure in Hollywood since the 1980s and has also been a subject of public controversy.

Who is Charlie Sheen?

Born Carlos Irwin Estévez on September 3, 1965, in New York City, Charlie Sheen is the son of actor Martin Sheen and artist Janet Templeton. He began acting in the 1970s and emerged as a major screen actor in the 1980s, known for dramatic and action roles.

Career highlights

Sheen gained major film recognition for roles in Platoon, Wall Street, and Major League. He later became widely known for starring in the television sitcom Two and a Half Men, which earned him a Golden Globe and multiple Emmy nominations. He also starred in Anger Management.

Personal life and public profile

Sheen has been married three times and has five children. He has frequently attracted media attention for personal controversies, and in 2015 he publicly disclosed that he is HIV-positive. He remains active in the entertainment industry.

In short

  • Born September 3, 1965, in New York City.
  • Son of actor Martin Sheen.
  • Known for Platoon, Wall Street, and Two and a Half Men.
  • Disclosed HIV-positive status in 2015.
Canadian angle

Charlie Sheen is familiar to Canadian readers through widely distributed Hollywood films and television series, especially Two and a Half Men.

Quick questions

How old is Charlie Sheen?
Charlie Sheen was born on September 3, 1965, making him 60 years old in 2026.
What happened to Charlie Sheen?
He has remained a public figure, but his career has been shaped by highly publicised personal controversies. In 2015, he disclosed that he is HIV-positive.
What movies is Charlie Sheen known for?
He is known for Platoon, Wall Street, Major League, Hot Shots!, and The Three Musketeers.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlie_Sheen
    Supports: Birth date, birth name, occupation, years active, children, basic career overview
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/facts/Charlie-Sheen
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, marriage information, age
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000221/
    Supports: Birth date and age
  4. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/actors/charlie-sheen
    Supports: Children, HIV-positive disclosure, career overview, public profile
  5. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/charlie-sheen/
    Supports: Film and television credits including Platoon, Wall Street, Two and a Half Men, Anger Management
  6. EBSCO Research Starters — https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/charlie-sheen
    Supports: Career highlights including Platoon, Wall Street, Major League and family background
  7. CNN — https://www.cnn.com/us/charlie-sheen-fast-facts
    Supports: Children and basic biographical facts
  8. National Today — https://www.nationaltoday.com/birthday/charlie-sheen/
    Supports: Reported net worth estimate