Charlie Sheen

Platoon Breakthrough Role

Starred in Oliver Stone's 'Platoon,' which won Best Picture and established Sheen as a serious dramatic actor. The film's critical and commercial success launched his career as a leading man.

Wall Street Major Success

Played the lead role in 'Wall Street' opposite his father Martin Sheen and Michael Douglas, solidifying his A-list potential. His performance demonstrated range and cemented his bankable star status.

Major League Comedy Hit

Starred in the baseball comedy 'Major League,' which became a box office hit and showed his comedic talents. This diversification made him valuable across multiple genres.

Hollywood Walk of Fame

Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognizing his film career achievements. However, his film roles were beginning to decline in prestige and box office performance.

Two and Half Men

Cast in the CBS sitcom 'Two and a Half Men,' which became a massive hit and made him the highest-paid actor on television at $1.8 million per episode. This career resurgence elevated him to A-list television stardom.

Public Meltdown and Firing

His erratic behavior, public feuds, and substance abuse issues led to his firing from 'Two and a Half Men.' The highly publicized meltdown and 'winning' interviews damaged his reputation and career prospects significantly.

HIV Disclosure

Publicly revealed his HIV-positive status on NBC's Today show, addressing years of rumors and alleged blackmail. The disclosure brought brief sympathy but his career remained in decline with limited work opportunities.

Faded Star Occasional Work

Sheen remains a C-tier celebrity, known more for his past success and public controversies than current work. He occasionally appears in minor roles and reality TV, living off residuals from 'Two and a Half Men' while his net worth has significantly declined from his peak.