Charlie Sheen's new Netflix documentary, "aka Charlie Sheen," is a raw and unflinching look at the actor's tumultuous life. Premiering September 10th, the two-part series delves into his struggles with addiction, past relationships, and controversial allegations. Sheen, now seven years sober, opens up about previously undisclosed aspects of his life, breaking a long-held vow to only share such details with a therapist.
The documentary features interviews with a wide range of individuals, including ex-wives Denise Richards and Brooke Mueller, brother Ramon Estevez, childhood friends Sean Penn and Tony Todd, former drug dealer Marco, co-stars Jon Cryer and Chris Tucker, and even Heidi Fleiss. Sheen's candidness is remarkable, covering topics ranging from his experiences with men ('discovering the other side of the menu,' as he puts it) to the extreme lengths his drug abuse reached. One harrowing anecdote recounts an 18-hour nosebleed stemming from a cocaine binge, and a shocking moment where he inserted an ice cube into his rectum to stay awake during a film shoot.
The documentary also addresses serious allegations. Sheen vehemently denies Corey Feldman's claims of sexual assault, calling them "absolutely fucking bullshit." He also discusses his HIV status, revealing that he paid partners to maintain the secrecy of his diagnosis, citing extortion attempts as his motivation. Perhaps the most unbelievable revelation involves Sheen’s actions on his honeymoon; while heavily intoxicated, he briefly took control of an airplane's flight controls, unbeknownst to the hundreds of passengers on board.
Further shedding light on his career choices, Sheen recounts turning down the lead role in "The Karate Kid" on his father's advice, and his complex relationship with his father, Martin Sheen, and brother Emilio Estevez, neither of whom participated in the documentary. The film explores the lasting impact of his choices, including his strained relationship with Jon Cryer, his "Two and a Half Men" co-star, who expresses ambivalence about participating in the project. The documentary offers a compelling and often disturbing portrait of a complicated life, leaving audiences with much to contemplate about fame, addiction, and the long-lasting consequences of choices made in the spotlight. This is more than just a celebrity confession; it's a stark exploration of human fallibility and resilience.
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Originally published at: https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/charlie-sheen-biggest-revelations-netflix-documentary-1236513660/
