Sean Penn

The outspoken actor and activist Sean Penn has shown remarkable range throughout his career, with stardom and acclaim vested upon him from the very beginning. Taps and Fast Times at Ridgemont High had served to set him apart from the "brat pack", and fierce performances in Bad Boys and The Falcon and the Snowman made him a to be reckoned with. Penn's comedic side came through in We're No Angels and Sweet and Lowdown, and he has proven himself a powerful director with The Indian Runner, The Crossing Guard and The Pledge. Penn has also received the ultimate honor, an Academy Award for his performance in Mystic River.