Martin Sheen's Son Emilio Is The Most Handsome Man Alive Today

Jun 24, 2021

Martin Sheen has been a critical figure in the entertainment industry since the late 1960s and has been gracing both the big and small screens ever since. He got his start in films before quickly picking up more roles in various television series. Some of his most notable roles include “The Subject Was Roses” and “Apocalypse Now.” Sheen is currently still a working actor, with one of his most recent projects being the Netflix series “Grace and Frankie.”

Sheen’s birth name is Ramon Antonio Gerardo Estevez, something that he chose not to go by when he became a professional in entertainment. He struggled to get jobs with his birth name, so he opted for a name that didn’t reveal much about his race or ethnicity. Over the course of his career, Sheen has been lucky enough to show off his vast array of talents and seems to have passed them down to his children.

His sons, Charlie Sheen, Ramon Estevez, Renee Estevez, and Emilio Estevez, have all made careers for themselves in the entertainment industry, just like their father. Although they have gone about their respective careers in different ways, each child has grown into their own and has made a name for himself or herself. 

While Charlie’s career was littered with scandals, it seems like the star’s life has since settled down. Emilio, on the other hand, stuck by his roots as he persevered through the struggles of becoming an actor in an ever-changing industry. Emilio’s good looks and incredible talents have been showcased in a wide variety of movies and television shows.

Sheen was born on Aug. 3, 1940, in Dayton, Ohio. His left arm was crushed during his birth, resulting in it being slightly shorter than the right and his left arm having limited lateral mobility. This, unfortunately, was not the only health issue Sheen struggled with. As a child, he contracted polio and was left bedridden for about a year, and he worked to regain the strength to use his legs.

When Sheen was 11, his mother died, and the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Dayton assisted the family to make sure that Sheen and his siblings were able to stay together. After graduating from Chaminade High School, a world full of opportunities opened in front of Sheen’s eyes. Although his father did not approve of his dreams to become an actor, Sheen borrowed some money from a priest and made the decision to move to New York City to pursue the career field.

Sheen’s faith was strong, and he kept going back to it when he needed support or reassurance. When he got to New York, he met Catholic activist Dorothy Day and worked with her Catholic Worker Movement. Sheen was later able to honor Day and show off his talents in the independent film about her life, “Entertaining Angels: The Dorothy Day Story,” in 1996.

At some point, while trying to make it as an actor, Sheen adopted his stage name, pulling inspiration from CBS casting director Robert Dale Martin and televangelist Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. The new name prevented people from knowing Sheen’s true race and ethnicity, as his father was Spanish and his mother was Irish. Although he goes by his stage name, he never officially changed it, meaning his real name is still the one he was given at birth.

During the early 1960s, Sheen began making his way into the entertainment industry as he pursued his goal of becoming a big-time actor. He made an appearance on an episode of “The Outer Limits” in 1963. A year later, he starred in the Broadway play “The Subject Was Roses” and later reprised his role in the 1968 film adaptation. Sheen earned his first Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his part in the movie.

As the 1960s turned into the 1970s, Sheen kept picking up more small parts in guest roles on multiple television shows. Some of the shows he made a quick appearance on were “My Three Sons” in 1964, “Hawaii Five-O” in 1970, and “The Streets of Francisco” in 1973. His film career persisted on, and Sheen starred in “Badlands” opposite Sissy Spacek in 1973, a critical film in his resume. 

His next film adventure was as a United States Army special operations officer in the Francis Ford Coppola film “Apocalypse Now” in 1979, officially catapulting the actor’s career. Despite going through a series of complications on the set and suffering a minor heart attack during filming, “Apocalypse Now” was a great opportunity for Sheen and helped him receive widespread recognition.

Playing important figures became popular for Sheen as his career progressed. He played U.S. President John F. Kennedy in the miniseries “Kennedy,” White House Counsel John Dean in the miniseries “Blind Ambition,” and Robert F. Kennedy in “The Missiles of October.” Sheen also played a notable role in the Marvel universe when he was cast as Uncle Ben in “The Amazing Spider-Man” in November 2010.

Sheen teamed up with his son Ramon to create the Warner Bros. affiliated company Estevez Sheen Productions. The pair were able to show off their talents in writing, directing, and acting, and even helped their family members Renee and Emilio by casting them in one of the company’s films, “The Way” in 2010.

The actor’s long-lasting career isn’t over yet, as Sheen is currently playing a starring role on the Netflix series “Grace and Frankie.” He also played FBI director J. Edgar Hoover in “Judas and the Black Messiah,” starring alongside Daniel Kaluuya and Jesse Plemons. The film was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and released in February 2021.

Sheen’s career has not gone unnoticed, and the actor has received plenty of awards and nominations over the years. In 1994, he won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his role in “Murphy Brown.” The television series “The West Wing” earned the star a whopping 14 award nominations, and he took home the Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a TV-Series in the drama category in 2001. Sheen also won an ALMA Award the same year for his work on the show.

Love for acting must be in the family as Sheen and his wife Janet Templeton are both in the field, as well as their three sons and one daughter. While Charlie Sheen was born with the name Carlos, he went by the nickname “Charlie” and later took on his father’s stage surname once he entered the entertainment industry. Charlie’s part in the 2010 film “Machete” was credited as Carlos Estevez rather than as his stage name. 

During an interview with Route Magazine, Sheen reflected on his long career and the times he’s been able to spend with his family, both on-screen and off. “You know, what was exciting was getting the jobs, and doing the jobs, that was always, most always a pleasant experience,” Sheen said. “But watching myself, very very hard to do, even today. It’s very difficult.” Despite so many people relishing the idea of watching Sheen on screen, the actor has expressed that he’s “embarrassed” to watch himself. “I mean, I love being an actor, I always have, and I love working, but I’m not always comfortable with the image that I see,” he explained.

Raising children in the public eye was challenging for Sheen and Templeton, but they managed to make it work. Sheen himself was actually surprised when his children wanted to continue their time in the limelight and become actors. “I didn’t have any idea that the kids were at all interested,” he admitted. “I mean, I was focused on the work and the travel and the commitment and the need to make a living. So, I wasn’t really aware of their interest in becoming a part of it, I was always surprised.”

Despite his surprise, all of his children did great for themselves as they entered the acting world, and he was even able to work alongside some of them. “There is a different level of commitment then, because you’re very sensitive to their presence and their needs, and yet you don’t want to play favorites, so you have to be professional,” Sheen said. “And at the same time, you can never not be a father.” 

Sheen learned how to balance the two and was able to support his children’s work, whether it was alongside him or on their own. Sheen’s children have all ventured out on their own career paths as actors. Ramon is both an actor and director as part of Estevez Sheen Productions. He has been in a handful of movies, such as “That Was Then… This Is Now,” and “Cadence,” as well as other productions in theater. He teamed up with his brother Charlie to co-produce “Anger Management” together in 2012, while Charlie also starred on the television series.

Renee has worked as both an actress and screenwriter for movies, television shows, and theater productions during her time in the industry. Some of her more notable roles include her part in “Heathers,” “MacGyver,” and her role opposite her father in “The West Wing.” Renee has teamed up with her family members for work purposes more than once, as she has also been credited as a writer for the TV series “Anger Management.”

Charlie is arguably one of the more famous out of the siblings, as he has made a strong impact on the entertainment industry and has made many headlines over the course of his career. He’s earned plenty of awards and nominations over the years and has been a household name thanks to his role in television shows like “Two and a Half Men” and “Spin City.” He dealt with substance abuse and marital problems with ex-wife Denise Richards, prompting plenty of headlines highlighting the star’s declining moments.

Emilio was born on May 12, 1962, in New York City and currently lives in Cincinnati, Ohio. After deciding not to go to college, Emilio set his sights on making a career out of acting and opted to keep his birth name when he first ventured into the industry.

Growing up a young man in Southern California, he knew that his father was already Hollywood royalty because of his incredible motion picture features, and he could have gotten carte blanche in many productions had people known he was Sheen’s son. Not wanting to take the easy route, Emilio kept his name, unlike his father and brother, and was lucky enough to have consistent work during the 1980s.

Starring in movies like “The Outsiders” and “The Breakfast Club,” it was no surprise that Emilio had a bright future ahead of him in various movie genres. He had the looks, talent, and connections needed to make it big. During an interview with Vanity Fair in March 2021, Emilio talked more about how he remained so successful throughout his career by rebranding himself and following his true passions. “I didn’t get into this business to be rich or famous,” he said. “I got into this business because I love moviemaking.” 

Some of Emilio’s most recent work includes “The Public” in 2018 and “The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers,” which was released in early 2021. After spending plenty of years working in more independent films, Emilio returned to the mainstream media when he signed on to “The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers.” 

Although he chose to make the full circle decision, it didn’t necessarily come easily for the actor. “It’s very costly, financially,” Emilio said. “But emotionally and spiritually it can be devastating. Especially if you make a film that doesn’t wow the critics or get the audience, which I’ve experienced both.”

Emilio learned a lot from his father about what it’s like being in the entertainment industry, like from how people treated him based on his name and how he had to be mindful of his expectations about how well a project would do. While some movies were complete busts, others were able to help both actors receive the praise and recognition they deserved.

His mother has also helped Emilio in his career, as he learned a lot from the challenging experiences she faced. During his interview with Vanity Fair, Emilio talked about her rough childhood, being raised by a “hell-raiser” mother, and suffering from trauma. Emilio explained how trauma is a big part of the roles he plays in various movies and TV shows, and his “mom’s life has informed a lot” of his understanding of the topic.

Talent seemed to be in the family as Sheen, his wife, and their four children all worked successfully as actors. Although the family all had their own careers, they interweaved with one another at times and worked together on multiple projects, helping to enhance each other’s talents. While everyone in the family has been able to shine on their own, Emilio has come through as one of the brightest stars out of the bunch.

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