Sean Penn

Sean Penn, an American actor and director, won two Best Actor Oscars for 'Mystic River' (2003) and 'Milk' (2008).

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Oscar Winners

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Santa Monica

Born

August 17, 1960

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Leo

24,117

days alive

66

years old

$200 million

net worth

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Born
August 17, 1960 in Santa Monica
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About

Sean Justin Penn is an American actor and filmmaker. He is known for his intense leading man roles in film. His accolades include two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and nominations for three British Academy Film Awards, an Emmy Award, and a Grammy Award. He received the Honorary César in 2015 and the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award in 2022.

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  • •Sean Penn has won two Academy Awards for Best Actor: one in 2003 for 'Mystic River' and another in 2008 for 'Milk'.
  • •He is known for his intense and often deeply committed portrayals of complex characters, which has earned him critical acclaim and multiple awards.
  • •Beyond acting, Penn is also an accomplished director and has helmed films such as 'The Pledge' and 'The Indian Runner'.
  • •He has actively engaged in humanitarian work, particularly in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans.

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2022
Day 22,417
Age 61

Bob Hope Humanitarian Award

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Jan 1, 2022

Received the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award for his ongoing humanitarian work.

2015
Day 19,860
Age 54

Honorary César Award

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Jan 1, 2015

Received the Honorary César Award for his contributions to cinema.

2009
Day 17,669
Age 48

Second Academy Award Win

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Jan 1, 2009

Won his second Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Harvey Milk in 'Milk'.

2004
Day 15,842
Age 43

First Academy Award Win

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Jan 1, 2004

Won his first Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Jimmy Markum in 'Mystic River'.

2000
Day 14,381
Age 39

First Academy Award Nomination

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Jan 1, 2000

Nominated for Best Actor for his role in 'Sweet and Lowdown'.

1996
Day 12,920
Age 35

Directorial Debut

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Jan 1, 1996

Directed and starred in 'The Crossing Guard'.

1982
Day 7,807
Age 21

Breakout Role in 'Fast Times'

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Jan 1, 1982

Gained widespread recognition for his role as Jeff Spicoli in 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High'.

1981
Day 7,442
Age 20

Acting Debut

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Jan 1, 1981

Made his film debut in the film 'Taps'.

1960
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Age 0

Born in Santa Monica

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Aug 17, 1960

Sean Penn was born in Santa Monica, California.