25 Celebs That You Didn’t Know Have ShowBiz Relatives

18. Charlie Sheen

sheens While known more recently for some of his antics, many forget that Charlie Sheen once was a very well respected actor. He came to prominence in many of Oliver Stone€™s movies including Platoon and Wall Street. What many also forget is that he followed the same path that his very famous father, Martin, did by taking a role in a Vietnam War film. Martin Sheen, star of Coppola€™s Apocalpyse Now, advised his son to stay away from Platoon. Despite this, Charlie took the role and became a big star. As a reward, Oliver Stone cast both father and son in his next film, Wall Street.

17. Zosia Mamet

mamets The newcomer is currently starring on the HBO TV show Girls. She is the daughter of lauded playwright, screenwriter, and film director David Mamet. David Mamet has developed a reputation for his ability to write dialogue. Moreover, he was written some great films including the Paul Newman starrer, The Verdict. Mamet has created a TV show, The Unit, and has received a Pulitzer Prize for his stage work. Zosia has just started out and it will be interesting to see where her career goes.
 
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