Martin Sheen, born Ramón Antonio Gerardo Estévez, is a famous actor who is best known for his iconic roles in films such as Apocalypse Now and The West Wing.
His four children mirrored his success in Hollywood—Emilio Estevez, Ramon Estevez, Charlie Sheen and Renée Estevez—who pursued careers in the entertainment industry. Despite adopting the stage name “Sheen,” Martin kept his birth name, Estevez, in his family, a legacy carried proudly by his children.
Emilio Estevez
Martin’s eldest child, Emilio Estevez, was born on May 12, 1962. In the 1980s, Emilio rose to fame as a member of Hollywood’s “Brat Pack,” starring in classic films such as The Breakfast Club, The Outsiders and St. Flame. In the 1990s, he became widely recognized for his role in the series The Mighty Ducks.
Emilio’s career expanded into directing and screenwriting; he produced films such as Bobby, depicting the life of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and The Way, starring his father, Martin. He has two children, Taylor and Paloma, from past relationships and was briefly married to pop icon Paula Abdul in the early 1990s.
Ramon Estevez
Martin’s second son, Ramon Estevez, was born on August 7, 1963. Although his acting career included roles in films such as Cadence, where he acted alongside his father and brother Charlie, Ramon ultimately remained focused on his behind-the-scenes roles.
He co-founded Estevez Sheen Productions with his father and later co-produced the FX series Anger Management starring Charlie. Ramon’s acting and producing involvement significantly contributed to the Estevez-Sheen family’s legacy in Hollywood.
Charlie Sheen
Born Carlos Irwin Estevez on September 3, 1965, Charlie Sheen is Martin’s most widely recognized child. Known for his early roles in films such as Platoon and Wall Street, Charlie later became a television star with his role in Two and a Half Men, which earned him many awards and made him a one of the highest paid actors on television.
Charlie has had a tumultuous life marked by highly publicized personal struggles, including multiple marriages and a well-documented battle with addiction. Despite these controversies, his work has had a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
Renée Estevez
Martin’s youngest child, Renée Pilar Estevez, was born on April 2, 1967. She found her niche in character roles, appearing in series such as The West Wing and films such as Heathers.
Famous for her quieter personality than her siblings, Renée also contributed as a screenwriter. Her career in Hollywood is complemented by a personal life rooted in the culinary arts; She was married to chef Jason Thomas Federico until 2011.
Each of Martin Sheen’s children nurtured their artistic passions with diverse careers that reflected the family’s deep connections to acting, directing and producing.
