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Martin Sheen

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· James MacDonald

Key facts

birth name Ramón Gerard Antonio Estévez[1]
born August 3, 1940[1]
birth place Dayton, Ohio, U.S.[1]
occupation Actor[1]

Martin Sheen is an American actor known for roles in *Apocalypse Now* and *The West Wing*. He was born Ramón Gerard Antonio Estévez on August 3, 1940.

Context

Martin Sheen gained prominence for portraying Captain Benjamin L. Willard in *Apocalypse Now* [2] and President Josiah Bartlet in *The West Wing* [2]. He has had a prolific career spanning over six decades [1].

Documented claims

  • Martin Sheen has worked in television and film for more than six decades. [1]
  • He has received three Emmy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and four Actor Awards. [1]

Questions and answers

What is Martin Sheen’s birth name?

His birth name is Ramón Gerard Antonio Estévez [1].

What is Martin Sheen best known for?

He is best known for his roles in *Apocalypse Now* and *The West Wing* [2].

Sources

  1. Martin Sheen - Curiosidades - IMDb — imdb.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. 81 Facts About Martin Sheen | FactSnippet — factsnippet.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People