Profile
Famous as :
ActorBirth Name :
Sean Justin PennBirth Date :
August 17, 1960Birth Place :
Santa Monica, California, USASpouse :
Madonna (singer, 16-Aug-85 - 14-Sep-89), Robin Wright Penn (actress, 27-Apr-96 - 27-Dec-07)Claim to fame :
As Jeff Spicoli in "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" (1982)
Third Day of 2008 Coachella Festival Begins
April 28, 2008 09:04:49The hype of 2008 Coachella Arts and Music Festival is nearing its end for the annual event is winding its third day on Sunday, April 27. Actor Sean Penn appeared on the stage, opening the last day with an invitation for youths to participate actively in their political stance. Penn, who openly criticize current U.S. President, Bush, gave a speech stating that all three presidential candidates are no big use in the fight against Iraq war but the youth's moves will probably make a difference.
Penn's 10-minutes speech was a few minutes away from the first act to play on the third day, My Morning Jacket and few hours after Prince's lauded performance. The 'purple' singer was made the headliner of the second day and he among his sets, covered Radiohead's "Creep" and The Beatles' "Come Together". A day before that, Jack Johnson led the crowd with his sultry music accompanied by the likes of Serj Tankian, The Raconteurs, Tegan and Sara and Goldfrapp.
Sean Penn and Robin Wright Penn Granted Dismissal of Divorce Petitions
April 10, 2008 12:04:22Initially filed for divorce in December 2007, Sean Penn and his actress wife Robin Wright Penn have both agreed to end the proceedings, seeking to halt their divorce. In a one-page document filed Tuesday, April 8 in Marin County Superior Court, the clerk dismissed the couple's divorce petitions at their request.
The request to dismiss the divorce shows the withdrawal was made "without prejudice." A spokeswoman for Penn declined to comment, and no further details have been made available thus far.
Veteran Rocker Prince Treated Post-Oscars Party Guests to Private Strip Show
February 27, 2008 01:02:33Prince treated guests at his purple-themed Oscars-post-party to a private peep show, it has been reported. The veteran rocker reportedly treated his guests to an erotic show, which they could view through cutouts behind a large curtain.
The Oscars-after-party bash, which is rumored to have cost 200,000 pound sterling, was held at Prince's $10 million mansion in LA. Guests including, Eva Longoria, Tony Parker, P. Diddy, Javier Bardem, and Penelope Cruz, were all asked to wear purple colored outfits for the bash.
Petra Nemcova Denied She's Dating Sean Penn
February 26, 2008 09:02:01Much contrary to the rumors on the street, Petra Nemcova has denied she's dating Sean Penn. The supermodel and the senior actor were spotted together at Elton John's annual Oscar party, held Monday, February 25 at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood thus prompted rumors of a romantic relationship.
The pair attended the bash together and were happy to pose in each other's arms for the camera. Added fuel to the romance rumors, Petra and Sean were also spotted leaving Hollywood hotspot Villa at a little past 3 A.M., Page Six reported, where they celebrated with Penelope Cruz and Oscar winner Javier Bardem.
Sienna Miller Intends to Sue Over Sean Penn Affair Story
January 19, 2008 09:01:25Has been pointed to be the other woman in Sean Penn's marriage to his now-estranged wife Robin Wright Penn, Sienna Miller branded the report as "outrageously untrue" and insisted she and the actor are just friends.
The New York Daily News' columnists Rush and Molloy run a story under the headline "Sean Penn and Robin Wright Penn split up after (Sienna) Miller time", reported in it that Sienna was seen having a late night out with Sean during which she was spotted sitting on his lap with her arm around his neck while dressed sexily.
Sean Penn Acknowledged by Directors Guild of America
January 09, 2008 04:01:04Not being able to score a single award from the 7 nominations it garnered at the 13th Critics' Choice Awards, "Into the Wild" gave out consolation for its director as Sean Penn was named amongst the nominees of the 60th Annual Directors Guild of America awards. On Tuesday, January 8, the actor turned director was nominated for the outstanding directing of a feature film category.
For the top prize, Penn has to be up against favorite winners, the Coen brothers and Paul Thomas Anderson who were nominated for their acclaimed films "No Country for Old Men" and "There Will Be Blood" respectively. He will also have to face stiff competition from the director of "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly", Julian Schnabel, and the helmer of "Michael Clayton", Tony Gilroy.
Sean Penn Chosen to Be Cannes' Head Jury
January 03, 2008 01:01:19Having a great year in 2007 because his directorial film "Into the Wild" got brave reviews, Sean Penn marches on the new year with even better prospect as he is chosen to be the jury president of the 2008 Cannes film festivals. On Thursday, January 3, the organizers of the event revealed the news through a statement.
Regarding him being honored with the jury job, the Oscar winning actor said, "The Cannes Film Festival has long been the epicentre in the discovery of new waves of filmmakers. I very much look forward to participating." Meanwhile, to AFP, the Cannes festival's artistic director Thierry Fremaux said, "Penn represents the independent American cinema as well as a vision of America which we like."
Sean Penn and Wife of 11 Years Heading for Divorce
December 28, 2007 12:12:31Sean Penn and his wife, Robin Wright Penn, are divorcing. The news has been confirmed by the couple representative, Mara Buxbaum, exclusively to People. Even though confirming the news, Buxbaum didn't share more information about the divorce matter.
The split couple first met on the set of "State of Grace" in 1990 and in 1996, they tied the knot. After eleven years of marriage, they were blessed with a daughter, sixteen-year-old Dylan Frances, and a son, fourteen-year-old, Hopper Jack. Through the years, they have starred together in several movies, including 1997's "She's So Lovely" and 1998's "Hurlyburly".
Sean Penn Entitled to Directing Honor at 19th Palm Springs Film Fest
October 26, 2007 04:10:35In his helming career that has already spanned over a decade, actor Sean Penn will receive kudos in the field from Palm Springs International Film Festival, it has been announced.
Penn is named director of the year for his latest directing work of "Into the Wild", which was recently showcased at the 2nd annual Rome Film Festival. Kudos will be bestowed upon him at a gala ceremony held on January 5, 2008 at the Palm Springs Convention Center during the running of the 19th edition of the festival.
Stars Highlighting Into the Wild L.A. Premiere
September 19, 2007 05:09:43
Handfuls of Hollywood's notable figures from various generations gathered merrily yesterday, September 18, 2007 for one purpose only: attending the Los Angeles Premiere for "Into the Wild" at The Directors Guild of America in Los Angeles, California.
Representing young generation were the likes of Alana Curry, Ben Foster, Christina Ricci, Lyndsy Fonseca, Emile Hirsch, Jena Malone, and Kristen Stewart, the latter three being the cast members of the movie.
Sean Penn and Matt Damon Attached for Gus Van Sant's Harvey Milk Biopic
September 11, 2007 11:09:37
On the way to forge what could probably be one of the anticipated collaborations on screen, Sean Penn and Matt Damon are both reported to be attached as the leading actors in a biopic about '70s politician Harvey Milk that Gus Van Sant is set to direct.
A long-gestating project, pic is the latest chapter in a long-running race to film the biopic of the first openly gay prominent elected official following Bryan Singer's "The Mayor of Castro Street." Penn is plotted to play the politician while Damon his assassin, Dan White.
Duo Breaks Into "Persepolis"
July 12, 2007 02:07:19
Ready to give major contribution for the flick, Sean Penn and Iggy Pop have both enlisted themselves in the voice cast of the English-language version of "Persepolis", Sony Picture Classics' animated feature adapted from the Marjane Satrapi autobiographical, bestselling graphic novel.
Joining the already-announced Gena Rowlands and Catherine Deneuve also Deneuve's daughter Chiara Mastroianni who is set to reprise her part in voicing the lead character of Satrapi, Penn reportedly will fill in the voice of Satrapi's long-suffering father while Pop that of the young girl's rebellious and politically active uncle.
Five Know "What Just Happened"
February 09, 2007 03:02:24
With the coming of more Hollywood's household names, sure "What Just Happened?" is going to be an all-star flick worth waiting for.
Following the inclusion of Robert De Niro into the cast, another five well-known stars have smoothly been added to the list: Sean Penn, Bruce Willis, Stanley Tucci, John Turturro, and Kristen Stewart. All will come together under the direction of Barry Levinson as they enter production scheduled to begin March 22 this year.
The Follow-Up for the Long-Postponed Movie Plan of Marlon Brando, the Legend
June 19, 2006 03:06:12
The fans of the late Marlon Brando should cross their fingers that the postponed Brando's screenplay can finally start the production. The plan was actually set as the mark for the legend's return to the silver screen, but was then a totally delay due to the returning star's death back in July 2004.
After since, the planned "Brando and Brando" remained as a "closed-case" for the Tunisian director, Ridha Behi, who actually aimed in making the movie as his English-language debut.
"What Just Happened" to Robert De Niro
October 28, 2005 01:10:19If you are curious to know what is happening to our famous actor Robert De Niro, you better watch his upcoming movie "What Just Happened." The drama movie is being directed by Barry Levinson and will also show cameos from Sean Penn and other stars.
In "What Just Happened" De Niro will play a desperate movie producer hanging on to the tattered threads of his career as he tries to maintain his dignity while surviving the mounting humiliations of Hollywood. Shooting is expected to start in the summer with Internet billionaire Mark Cuban and Todd Wagner's 2929 Prods. to finance the $25 million range.
