Charlie Sheen became one of Hollywood’s biggest stars through hit movies and television shows, but his life offscreen often made even bigger headlines. From near-death experiences and famous casting stories to personal struggles and surprising career moments, these lesser-known facts reveal a different side of the actor behind the tabloid image.
#1: Charlie Sheen Accidentally Shot Kelly Preston Before Their Breakup
Before marrying John Travolta, Kelly Preston was engaged to Charlie Sheen. During their relationship, Sheen accidentally shot Preston in the arm. The incident became major tabloid news in the late 1980s. Not long afterward, the couple split up, and Preston later married Travolta, whom she had previously considered just a friend.
