How old is Sean Penn?

Sean Penn  is an acclaimed American actor, filmmaker, and activist, widely recognized for his powerful performances and versatile career. Born in 1960 in California, he grew up with his two brothers, who also became actors. One of his childhood friends was, Charlie Sheen, whose passion for acting inspired Penn to pursue film and television. His early appearances included roles on Little House on the Prairie, and in 1981 he made his feature film debut in Taps. Just two years later, he earned critical attention with leading roles in Bad Boys and supporting appearances in films like Risky Business. 

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Penn became known for intense and memorable performances in movies such as At Close Range, Colours, State of Grace (with Ed Harris and Gary Oldman), Cool Blue (with Woody Harrelson), Carlito's Way (with Al Pacino) and finally Dead Man Walking (with Susan Sarandon), the latter earning him his first Academy Award nomination. He later won two Oscars for his roles in  Mystic River (directed by Clint Eastwood) and Milk (with Josh Brolin). 

Beyond acting, Penn has directed films including The Indian Runner, The Crossing Guard, The Pledge (with Jack Nicholson), and a few more. Off-screen, he is known for his outspoken political and social activism. He was married to Madonna, and then to actress Robin Wright Penn, with whom he has two children. They divorced in 2010. Since then, Sean Penn has dated a few more celebrities including Charlize Theron.

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