The Life of Hollywood Actor Martin Sheen

In 1999, he begins starring as President Josiah Bartlet on the television drama The West Wing. The series, created by Aaron Sorkin, follows the staff of a fictional White House and quickly becomes one of the most talked-about political shows on television.

Originally planned as a smaller role, his performance impresses producers and audiences so much that the president becomes central to the series. His portrayal of Bartlet helps anchor the show and introduces him to a new generation of viewers.