Charlie Sheen Admits He Was a S*x Addict

Charlie Sheen is finally sharing new, deeply personal chapters of his past in his upcoming Netflix documentary, aka Charlie Sheen, and memoir The Book of Sheen.

For the first time publicly, the actor discloses that during periods of crack cocaine use, he engaged in sexual relationships with men. The experience, he says, started during his addiction—“That’s what started it… Some of it was weird, a lot of it was f*ing fun.” In the documentary, he describes speaking about it as “f*ing liberating,” breaking long-held silence.

Behind the “Liberating” Confession

Sheen’s journey toward honesty isn’t just about shock value—it’s a step toward owning his truth. In the doc, he likens being open about his same-sex encounters to a dramatic release, emphasizing that showing vulnerability doesn’t invite catastrophe.

He notes, “a train didn’t come through… a piano didn’t fall… No one shot me.” This is part of a larger narrative in which he refuses to “run from” or be controlled by past secrets.

Secrets, Extortion, and HIV

Sheen also reveals how his concealed sexual history became fuel for manipulation. During his addiction, some partners took photos of his HIV medication and used them to extort money, leaving him feeling “held hostage.”

In 2015, Sheen publicly disclosed his HIV-positive status, cutting off the power of these threats. He is adamant he never knowingly infected anyone with the virus.

Looking Back: The Memoir & Doc Structure

The Book of Sheen, arriving September 9, and aka Charlie Sheen on Netflix a day later, offer a comprehensive view of his life—from Hollywood stardom and Brat Pack days to addiction, ruin, and recovery.

In the memoir, he candidly revisits youthful nights with the Brat Pack, recalls feelings of invisibility amid fame, and confronts his chaotic past without self-pity.

Where He Is Now: Redemption and Love

Now sober and introspective, Sheen reflects on his relationships and personal growth. He says he’s been single for a long time—not by choice, but because his life became centered on his children.

He describes being “alone but not lonely,” and expresses openness to love, but marriage, likely not. This phase marks a quiet, grounded chapter in his life.

Why It Matters

Sheen’s transparency stands out in celebrity culture. It highlights the intersections of addiction, sexual identity, and public persona. By owning his darkest chapters—addiction, unspeakable truths, extortion, HIV—he humanizes the complexities of recovery.

His confessions spark conversations about shame, resilience, and the long arc of redemption.

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