Shining the Spotlight on Social Causes
In this compelling speech, Martin Sheen discusses his passion for activism and its necessary place in today’s political, humanitarian and social arenas. Unabashedly outspoken on issues such as nuclear weapons and the treatment of the homeless in the United States, Mr. Sheen gives a voice to those who need it most. He shares the reasons behind his actions and explains the importance of being able to express a deeply personal, deeply moral opinion and be held accountable.
Inside TV’s The West Wing: Art Imitating Life
In this fascinating inside look at the hit TV series The West Wing, Martin Sheen (a.k.a. President Jed Bartlet) explores how closely related the show’s storylines were to real national and world events. Mr. Sheen explains how the show encouraged viewers to be more aware of current domestic and global issues, while giving them a healthy dose of dramatic entertainment at the same time.
Social Activist and Star
Star of television’s The West Wing and social activist, Martin Sheen has been a prolific performer since the late 1960s. He landed his first major role on Broadway in The Subject Was Roses, which later became a movie. A young, intense leading man, he has played over 70 roles, many of which were in well-known films such as Apocalypse Now, Badlands, Wall Street, The American President, Gandhi and Catch Me If You Can, to name a few. His most recent films include the Academy Award-winning movie The Departed; Bordertown and Bobby, a film written and directed by his son, Emilio Estevez. Martin Sheen is also no stranger to politics, both professionally and in real life. He has played U.S. President John F. Kennedy in the mini-series, Kennedy: The Presidential Years; Robert F. Kennedy in Missiles of October; The White House Chief of Staff in The American President; and is perhaps best-known as President Josiah Bartlet in the acclaimed television drama The West Wing, for which he received a Golden Globe award. Martin Sheen is also known for his robust support of political causes and has remained a staunch activist throughout his life.
Family Man
Martin Sheen was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, as the son of an Irish mother and Spanish father, both of whom immigrated to the United States. One of ten siblings, Mr. Sheen grew up a devout Roman Catholic with an early urge to pursue acting. After borrowing money from a trusted priest, he headed to New York to follow his dream. Martin has been married to his wife Janet for over forty years and their four children Emilio, Renee and Ramon Estevez and Charlie Sheen are all involved in the entertainment business.
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