Charlie Sheen
Perhaps the most controversial and badly behaved member of Hollywood is Charlie Sheen, known for his bad-boy attitude, penchant for inebriation, and classic comedy films like Hot Shots! You might be surprised to learn that Charlie had a Spanish name originally, “Carlos Irwin Estévez! As for his father, Martin Sheen, he also ditched the Spanish name he was born with, Ramón Gerardo Antonio Estévez. It must be strange calling your father by a new name, and vice versa.
Charlie Sheen
Joaquin Phoenix
When Joaquin’s brother, River, dropped the “Bottom” surname and replaced it with Phoenix, you can bet that Joaquin followed through with the same strategy quickly. Originally, Joaquin Phoenix was called “Joaquin Rafael Bottom”. Perhaps in a bid to be taken more seriously as aspiring actors with a talent for dramatic performances, the brothers decided that Phoenix sounded far more severe than Bottom. Joaquin is a dedicated vegan beyond his fantastic film career. His latest leading performance was in the controversial Joker comic-book thriller.
Joaquin Phoenix
