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Martin Sheen

The actor who played President Jed Bartlet.

Martin Sheen is an American actor, born on 3 August 1940. He played President Josiah "Jed" Bartlet on The West Wing from 1999 to 2006.

The role won him a Golden Globe.

Quick Facts

Birth name
Ramón Antonio Gerardo Estévez
Born
3 August 1940
Birthplace
Dayton, Ohio, U.S.
Occupation
Actor
Years active
1961–present
Political party
Democratic
Citizenship
  • United States
  • Spain
  • Ireland
Spouse
Janet Templeton, December 23, 1961

Facts from the source article.

Background

Sheen described Bartlet as a mix of John F. Kennedy, Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. He was the only cast member to win a Golden Globe for the show.

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