The Megyn Kelly Show Charlie Sheen on Getting Sober, the Highs and Lows of Fame, and Mending Relationships With Family | Ep. 1148
Sep 13, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Charlie Sheen, renowned for his roles in 'Platoon' and 'Two and a Half Men,' shares his journey to sobriety while reflecting on the highs and lows of fame. He discusses mending family bonds with his father, Martin Sheen, and brother Emilio, and reveals insights from his memoir and Netflix documentary. The talk spans his breakthrough roles, the challenges of addiction, and meaningful friendships, including poignant moments with Matthew Perry. Sheen emphasizes the importance of resilience and support in overcoming personal struggles.
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Ferris Bueller Breakout Moment
- Charlie Sheen describes how a small Ferris Bueller cameo instantly transformed his public visibility overnight.
- He went from working in a grocery store to being recognized and launched into bigger roles quickly.
The Downside Of Early Success
- Early success and constant positive reinforcement can create a false sense of invincibility.
- Charlie says that succeeding immediately deprived him of learning from failure and prepared him poorly for later challenges.
Platoon: Before And After
- Platoon became Charlie's career-defining film and abruptly raised him to worldwide fame.
- He recalls not expecting the film to resonate so broadly beyond veterans and filmmakers.
