Sean Penn

Sean Penn is a brilliant American filmmaker and actor.

Early Accomplishments

Sean's acting career was launched in an episode of the 70's series, Little House on the Prairie. By 1981, he got into the movie industry through an opportunity to play the Cadet Captain Alex Dwyer character in the drama, Taps.

Best Known For

For over 4 decades in the limelight no role has brought so much fame like the Harvey Milk character in the biographical film, Milk. His impeccable portrayal of this role earned him an Academy Award.

Sexual Orientation

Sean is straight. For 4 years in the late 80's, he was married to the musical idol - Madonna. Not until 1996 did he give marriage another try as he tied the knot with the actress - Robin Wright. However, this union also fell apart after 4 years. Currently, Sean is in a long-term committed relationship with Leila George D'Onofrio who is 31 years younger.

Family

Sean walked in the career path of his parents, Leo Penn and Eileen Ryan who had a successful career in the entertainment industry. His siblings Chris and Michael have followed suit and are also well-known entertainers.

From his second marriage, he has 2 children - Dylan and Hopper.

Dylan Penn is now a popular actress and model.

Religion

Despite the fact that his mother was a Christian under the Catholic denomination and his father was a Jew, Sean has still maintained his agnostic beliefs. He certainly believes that there is a form of higher force somewhere out there but what exactly it is, he is unsure of.

Worth To Know

Sean's middle name is Justin.