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Martin Sheen

Martin Sheen began his career virtually unable to get work. This was due to the fact that his birth name was Ramon Gerardo Antonio Estevez, and filmmakers often would deny him for major roles due to typecasting. He changed his name to Martin Sheen, and he received numerous offers afterward. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.