<p>Three-time Oscar winner Sean Penn is to direct a film centering on a police officer caught up in the January 6, 2021 assault on the US Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump, entertainment media reported Tuesday.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film, which Penn has also reportedly written, is expected to star Academy Award nominee Bradley Cooper in the role of the currently un-named officer, Deadline said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Production is scheduled for next year, and is expected to be handled by Warner Bros., the studio behind the Oscar-winning "One Battle After Another," for which Penn received his most recent golden statuette.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Representatives for the 65-year-old actor-director did not immediately respond to AFP requests for comment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Capitol attack is a huge fautline in American public life, which came when thousands of Trump supporters stormed the building in a bid to stop the certification of Joe Biden's presidential election victory.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Trump continues to deny that he lost the 2020 election, and has repeatedly called those who participated in the attack "patriots," issuing pardons and commutations even to those who admitted assaulting police officers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Penn, known for his left-of-center politics and social activism, attended legislative hearings investigating the insurrection, where he was photographed sitting alongside officers who had were caught up in the incident, including Michael Fanone and Daniel Hodges.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Fanone -- a former Trump supporter -- has spoken repeatedly about the trauma he experienced during the uprising, including in his 2022 memoir "Hold the Line: The Insurrection and One Cop's Battle for America's Soul."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Warner Bros. is on the verge of being swallowed by Paramount Skydance, whose CEO David Ellison is the son of Trump ally Larry Ellison.</p>

Production is scheduled for next year, and is expected to be handled by Warner Bros., the studio behind the Oscar-winning "One Battle After Another," for which Penn received his most recent golden statuette.



Three-time Oscar winner Sean Penn is to direct a film centering on a police officer caught up in the January 6, 2021 assault on the US Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump, entertainment media reported Tuesday. The film, which Penn has also reportedly written, is expected to star Academy Award nominee Bradley Cooper in the role of the currently un-named officer, Deadline said. Production is scheduled for next year, and is expected to be handled by Warner Bros., the studio behind the Oscar-winning "One Battle After Another," for which Penn received his most recent golden statuette. Representatives for the 65-year-old actor-director did not immediately respond to AFP requests for comment. The Capitol attack is a huge fautline in American public life, which came when thousands of Trump supporters stormed the building in a bid to stop the certification of Joe Biden's presidential election victory. Trump continues to deny that he lost the 2020 election, and has repeatedly called those who participated in the attack "patriots," issuing pardons and commutations even to those who admitted assaulting police officers. Penn, known for his left-of-center politics and social activism, attended legislative hearings investigating the insurrection, where he was photographed sitting alongside officers who had were caught up in the incident, including Michael Fanone and Daniel Hodges. Fanone -- a former Trump supporter -- has spoken repeatedly about the trauma he experienced during the uprising, including in his 2022 memoir "Hold the Line: The Insurrection and One Cop's Battle for America's Soul." Warner Bros. is on the verge of being swallowed by Paramount Skydance, whose CEO David Ellison is the son of Trump ally Larry Ellison.

<p>Production is scheduled for next year, and is expected to be handled by Warner Bros., the studio behind the Oscar-winning "One Battle After Another," for which Penn received his most recent golden statuette.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Sean Penn to direct film on January 6 Capitol assault: US media

<p><br>Sean Penn has won an Oscar despite not attending the Academy Awards, but how? The Hollywood actor won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his performance in One Battle After Another. However, he chose to skip the ceremony and instead used his time to aid war-torn Ukraine.</p><p>After missing the Oscars, he was awarded a makeshift version of the iconic trophy in Ukraine.</p><h2>Sean Penn was awarded with an IronOscar</h2><p>Penn skipped the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, where he won his third Oscar for Best Supporting Actor. A day after the ceremony, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted a photo from his meeting with Penn, solving the mystery of where the actor was and what he was doing during Oscar night.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Days after the ceremony, Penn was honoured with an Oscar-like award made from damaged metal from a train carriage hit by a Russian strike.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The statue was flat, made of Iron, and shaped like an Oscar.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a video shared by Oleksandr Pertsovskyi, the CEO of Ukrainian Railways, he honours Penn and says, "You're missing Oscars... So we made this one. This is from the railcar that was damaged by the Russians".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He added further, “You said the metals survived, so we put some words here that are very special to us. It’s not golden but it’s very real and from the bottom of our hearts.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Penn, a long-time advocate for Ukraine, laughed as he saw the award. But he was thrilled with the honour. “These are all treasures, thank you,” Penn responded.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Actor Sean Penn receives a symbolic ‘Oscar’ crafted from war-damaged railway metal in Ukraine, after skipping the Academy Awards to show solidarity<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>(Via <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONShowbiz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WIONShowbiz</a>) <a href="https://t.co/XbadMaALWO">pic.twitter.com/XbadMaALWO</a></p>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/2034983826276196399?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>''Sean Penn opted for the trip to 🇺🇦 vs. Oscar ceremony at Dolby Theater where he was awarded his 3rd 🏆. &nbsp;We couldn't leave our great friend and loyal Ukrainian Raiwlays passenger without an award. So, I have presented Sean with our IronOscar on behalf of all of us!,'' the wrote in the caption of the post.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The award, which was a replica of the Oscar, reads: “This steel once carried millions of people away from war. Then a Russian missile came. We did not melt it into a weapon. We forged it into gratitude — for you. For your talent. For your courage to stand with Ukraine.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sean, thanks to you, we know what a true friend of Ukraine is.<br>You have stood with Ukraine since the first day of the full-scale war.<br>This is still true today.<br>And we know that you will continue to stand with our country and our people. <a href="https://t.co/wGneO1rqJI">pic.twitter.com/wGneO1rqJI</a></p>&mdash; Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa/status/2033562718205042835?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The Hollywood actor has been visiting the country ever since the Kremlin launched an attack in the country four years ago.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sean Penn skipped the Oscar Awards 2026 on Sunday night because he had to meet Ukrainian President Zelensky. A day after the ceremony, Zelensky posted a picture with Penn and called him a,''true friend of Ukraine.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Sean, thanks to you, we know what a true friend of Ukraine is,” Zelenskyy wrote Monday in an X post. “You have stood with Ukraine since the first day of the full-scale war. This is still true today,” he added. “And we know that you will continue to stand with our country and our people.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Notably, Penn gave one of his Oscar trophies to Zelensky in 2022. When the politician refused to accept it, the actor gave it as a loan rather than a gift.</p>

Sean Penn was gifted with a makeshift ‘Oscar’, after skipping the 98th Academy Award ceremony for Ukraine. This year, the actor won the Best Supporting Actor award for his performance in One Battle After Another. 

Sean Penn has won an Oscar despite not attending the Academy Awards, but how? The Hollywood actor won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his performance in One Battle After Another. However, he chose to skip the ceremony and instead used his time to aid war-torn Ukraine. After missing the Oscars, he was awarded a makeshift version of the iconic trophy in Ukraine. Sean Penn was awarded with an IronOscar Penn skipped the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, where he won his third Oscar for Best Supporting Actor. A day after the ceremony, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted a photo from his meeting with Penn, solving the mystery of where the actor was and what he was doing during Oscar night. Days after the ceremony, Penn was honoured with an Oscar-like award made from damaged metal from a train carriage hit by a Russian strike. The statue was flat, made of Iron, and shaped like an Oscar. In a video shared by Oleksandr Pertsovskyi, the CEO of Ukrainian Railways, he honours Penn and says, "You're missing Oscars... So we made this one. This is from the railcar that was damaged by the Russians". He added further, “You said the metals survived, so we put some words here that are very special to us. It’s not golden but it’s very real and from the bottom of our hearts.” Penn, a long-time advocate for Ukraine, laughed as he saw the award. But he was thrilled with the honour. “These are all treasures, thank you,” Penn responded.

<p>Sean Penn was gifted with a makeshift ‘Oscar’, after skipping the 98th Academy Award ceremony for Ukraine. This year, the actor won the Best Supporting Actor award for his performance in One Battle After Another.&nbsp;</p>

Iron Oscar goes to Sean Penn! Actor honoured with makeshift Academy trophy in Ukraine | Watch

<p>Sean Penn won his third Oscar on Sunday night in Los Angeles but gave the ceremony a miss. Penn won the Best Supporting Actor award at the Oscars 2026 for his performance in <i>One Battle After Another, </i>but was conspicuous by his absence. Now, it seems that Penn’s whereabouts have been discovered. The actor was in Ukraine, where he met with President Volodymyr Zelensky, who posted a photo of their meeting on Monday.</p><h2>Sean Penn skips Oscars 2026</h2><p>Sean Penn skipped the Oscar Awards 2026 on Sunday night. He has been mostly absent from major award shows this season. His absence didn’t come as a major surprise on Sunday night. When his name was announced as the winner in the Best Supporting Actor category, presenter Kieran Culkin said on stage, “Sean Penn couldn’t be here this evening — or didn’t want to — so I’ll be accepting the award on his behalf.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="Oscar win, but no appearance! Why did Sean Penn skip the Hollywood's biggest night?"><strong>Oscar win, but no appearance! Why did Sean Penn skip the Hollywood's biggest night?</strong></a></p><h2>Sean Penn in Ukraine</h2><p>On Sunday, The New York Times reported that the actor was in Ukraine on Oscar night. On Monday morning, President Zelensky posted an image of Penn and himself sitting in office chairs as they appear to be in conversation. In the X post, he thanked the actor and praised his commitment to the country as it continues to defend itself against Russia’s invasion.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Sean, thanks to you, we know what a true friend of Ukraine is,” Zelensky wrote. “You have stood with Ukraine since the first day of the full-scale war. This is still true today. And we know that you will continue to stand with our country and our people.”</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>In 2023, he told Variety that he had considered melting down the two Oscars he had previously won to provide Ukraine with ammunition in its war against Russia.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I thought, well, f***, you know? I'll give them to Ukraine. They can be melted down to bullets they can shoot at the Russians,” the actor had famously said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Although he didn't melt it, Sean Penn did end up giving Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy his Oscar awards. The actor said, "I told him to keep it and bring it to Malibu after all this is over and his country is safe."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/an-oscar-tie-a-no-show-and-first-time-winners-the-snubs-and-surprises-at-98th-academy-awards-1773637183164"> An Oscar tie, a no show and first time winners: The snubs and surprises at 98th Academy Awards</a></p><h2>Penn’s documentary on Ukraine</h2><p>Penn and Aaron Kaufman’s documentary on Ukraine and Zelensky, titled Superpower, was released in 2023. It uses Penn’s perspective to tell the actor-turned-wartime-president’s atypical story. In addition to his support of Ukraine as it has fended off Russia since its 2022 invasion, he has been known for his high-profile humanitarian work in Louisiana in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and the devastating 2010 Haiti earthquake.</p><h2>Penn creates history at the Oscars</h2><p>He may have skipped the Oscars but Penn joined an elite list of actors who have won three Oscars in their career. Penn won the best actor Oscar for the 2003 thriller <i>Mystic River </i>and for the Harvey Milk biopic <i>Milk</i> in 2009. He was also nominated in that category for <i>Dead Man Walking, Sweet and Lowdown</i> and <i>I Am Sam.</i> With this third Oscar, he tied the record for most acting wins by a male performer, joining Jack Nicholson, Walter Brennan and Daniel Day-Lewis.</p>

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Sean Penn won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his performance in One Battle After Another. However, the actor skipped the ceremony to visit President Zelensky in Ukraine. 

Sean Penn won his third Oscar on Sunday night in Los Angeles but gave the ceremony a miss. Penn won the Best Supporting Actor award at the Oscars 2026 for his performance in One Battle After Another, but was conspicuous by his absence. Now, it seems that Penn’s whereabouts have been discovered. The actor was in Ukraine, where he met with President Volodymyr Zelensky, who posted a photo of their meeting on Monday. Sean Penn skips Oscars 2026 Sean Penn skipped the Oscar Awards 2026 on Sunday night. He has been mostly absent from major award shows this season. His absence didn’t come as a major surprise on Sunday night. When his name was announced as the winner in the Best Supporting Actor category, presenter Kieran Culkin said on stage, “Sean Penn couldn’t be here this evening — or didn’t want to — so I’ll be accepting the award on his behalf.” Also read: Oscar win, but no appearance! Why did Sean Penn skip the Hollywood's biggest night? Sean Penn in Ukraine On Sunday, The New York Times reported that the actor was in Ukraine on Oscar night. On Monday morning, President Zelensky posted an image of Penn and himself sitting in office chairs as they appear to be in conversation. In the X post, he thanked the actor and praised his commitment to the country as it continues to defend itself against Russia’s invasion. “Sean, thanks to you, we know what a true friend of Ukraine is,” Zelensky wrote. “You have stood with Ukraine since the first day of the full-scale war. This is still true today. And we know that you will continue to stand with our country and our people.”

<p>Sean Penn won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his performance in One Battle After Another. However, the actor skipped the ceremony to visit President Zelensky in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

Where was Sean Penn during Oscars? Actor skipped ceremony to meet President Zelensky in Ukraine

Actor Sean Penn secures his third Academy Award, joining the elite circle of three-time Oscar winners. Celebrated for roles in Mystic River and Milk, Penn’s latest win highlights his enduring talent and cements his legacy as one of Hollywood’s most acclaimed actors in cinematic history.

Oscars 2026: Sean Penn Secures Third Academy Award, Joins Elite Three-Time Oscar Winners

<p>Sean Penn is one of the renowned actors in Hollywood, who has made his mark with some of his best roles in <i>Mystic River, Dead Man Walking, I Am Sam and Carlito's Way,</i> among others. The veteran actor just won his third Oscar for his role in the film <i>One Battle After Another</i> but wasn't there to accept it.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Why did he choose to skip? Let's delve into to know more.</p><h2>Sean Penn bags an Oscar for One Battle After Another</h2><p>The Hollywood actor won an Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in <i>One Battle After Another, </i>which also stars Leonardo DiCaprio. Interestingly, Sean Penn was the only nominee in the category who didn't attend the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Actor Kieran Culkin had announced Penn's winning and said, “Sean Penn couldn't be here this evening or didn't want to, so I'll be accepting the award on his behalf,” before leaving the stage.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/priyanka-chopra-stuns-in-white-dior-dress-for-oscar-s-night-as-she-steps-out-with-husband-nick-jonas-1773622711739"><strong>Priyanka Chopra stuns in white Dior dress for Oscars night with Nick Jonas</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This is not the first time Sean Penn has skipped an award event. He had also missed out on previous award shows as well. Earlier this month, he did not attend SAG's Actor Awards, where he won Best Supporting Actor. In addition, he did not travel to London for the BAFTA Awards last month as well. However, Sean did attend the Golden Globes 2026 on January 11, where he made headlines not just for his nomination but for smoking a cigarette at his table inside the ballroom during the ceremony. Despite skipping other award shows, he was present for this event, seated with cast members like Leonardo DiCaprio.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/oscars-2026-red-carpet-best-dressed-celebs-chris-evans-michael-b-jordan-anne-hathaway-and-more-1773618488402"><strong>Oscars 2026 red carpet: Chris Evans, Anne Hathaway &amp; more lead best dressed list</strong></a></p><h2>When Sean Penn had criticised the Oscars in 2024</h2><p>Sean Penn had always been vocal about several issues in the past and continues to do so. The actor had previously criticised the Academy Awards in a 2024 speech at the Marrakech Film Festival. He stated, “The Academy has exercised really extraordinary cowardice when it comes to being part of the bigger world of expression and, in fact, has largely been part of limiting the imagination and very limiting of different cultural expressions,” as per the report of Variety.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/live-blog-oscars-2026-live-updates-hollywood-s-biggest-night-is-here-the-final-showdown-between-sinners-and-one-battle-after-another-host-conan-o-brien-1773613910644"><strong>Oscars 2026 Live Updates: 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' creates history</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He further said, "I don't get very excited about what we'll call the Academy Awards when a film like The Florida Project or I'm Still Here, or you know, Emilia Perez, of the things that are likely to happen this year."</p><h2>Sean Penn's relationship with awards shows</h2><p>Given the numbers of times Sean Penn has skipped Hollywood's big events, the actor has always had a difficult relationship with it. In 2023, he told Variety that he had considered melting down the two Oscars he had previously won to provide Ukraine with ammunition in its war against Russia.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He said, “I thought, well, f***, you know? I'll give them to Ukraine. They can be melted down to bullets they can shoot at the Russians.” Although he didn't melt it, Sean Penn did end up giving Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The actor said, "I told him to keep it and bring it to Malibu after all this is over and his country is safe."</p><h2>All about Sean Penn</h2><p>Born in Santa Monica, California, Sean Penn is the son of actor and director Leo Penn and actress Eileen Ryan. His older brother is musician Michael Penn. His younger brother, actor Chris Penn, died in 2006. His father was a Jew whose parents were emigrants from Merkinė in Lithuania, and his mother was a Catholic of Irish and Italian descent.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-2026-kpop-demon-hunters-bags-award-for-best-animated-feature-1773622109237"><strong>Oscars 2026: KPop Demon Hunters bags award for Best Animated Feature</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sean Penn is known for his intense roles in Hollywood with films including Milk, The Game, The Thin Red Line, The Tree of Life and Licorice Pizza, among others. He made his directorial debut in the 1991 film <i>The Indian Runner,</i> followed by <i>The Crossing Guard</i> in 1995, <i>The Pledge </i>in 2001 and<i> Into the Wild</i> in 2007.</p>

Sean Penn bagged an Academy Award for the film One Battle After Another. But why was he skipping one of Hollywood's biggest nights? Read to know more. 

Sean Penn is one of the renowned actors in Hollywood, who has made his mark with some of his best roles in Mystic River, Dead Man Walking, I Am Sam and Carlito's Way, among others. The veteran actor just won his third Oscar for his role in the film One Battle After Another but wasn't there to accept it. Why did he choose to skip? Let's delve into to know more. Sean Penn bags an Oscar for One Battle After Another The Hollywood actor won an Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in One Battle After Another, which also stars Leonardo DiCaprio. Interestingly, Sean Penn was the only nominee in the category who didn't attend the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Actor Kieran Culkin had announced Penn's winning and said, “Sean Penn couldn't be here this evening or didn't want to, so I'll be accepting the award on his behalf,” before leaving the stage. Also Read: Priyanka Chopra stuns in white Dior dress for Oscars night with Nick Jonas This is not the first time Sean Penn has skipped an award event. He had also missed out on previous award shows as well. Earlier this month, he did not attend SAG's Actor Awards, where he won Best Supporting Actor. In addition, he did not travel to London for the BAFTA Awards last month as well. However, Sean did attend the Golden Globes 2026 on January 11, where he made headlines not just for his nomination but for smoking a cigarette at his table inside the ballroom during the ceremony. Despite skipping other award shows, he was present for this event, seated with cast members like Leonardo DiCaprio. Also Read: Oscars 2026 red carpet: Chris Evans, Anne Hathaway & more lead best dressed list When Sean Penn had criticised the Oscars in 2024 Sean Penn had always been vocal about several issues in the past and continues to do so. The actor had previously criticised the Academy Awards in a 2024 speech at the Marrakech Film Festival. He stated, “The Academy has exercised really extraordinary cowardice when it comes to being part of the bigger world of expression and, in fact, has largely been part of limiting the imagination and very limiting of different cultural expressions,” as per the report of Variety. Also Read: Oscars 2026 Live Updates: 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' creates history He further said, "I don't get very excited about what we'll call the Academy Awards when a film like The Florida Project or I'm Still Here, or you know, Emilia Perez, of the things that are likely to happen this year." Sean Penn's relationship with awards shows Given the numbers of times Sean Penn has skipped Hollywood's big events, the actor has always had a difficult relationship with it. In 2023, he told Variety that he had considered melting down the two Oscars he had previously won to provide Ukraine with ammunition in its war against Russia. He said, “I thought, well, f***, you know? I'll give them to Ukraine. They can be melted down to bullets they can shoot at the Russians.” Although he didn't melt it, Sean Penn did end up giving Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The actor said, "I told him to keep it and bring it to Malibu after all this is over and his country is safe." All about Sean Penn Born in Santa Monica, California, Sean Penn is the son of actor and director Leo Penn and actress Eileen Ryan. His older brother is musician Michael Penn. His younger brother, actor Chris Penn, died in 2006. His father was a Jew whose parents were emigrants from Merkinė in Lithuania, and his mother was a Catholic of Irish and Italian descent. Also Read: Oscars 2026: KPop Demon Hunters bags award for Best Animated Feature Sean Penn is known for his intense roles in Hollywood with films including Milk, The Game, The Thin Red Line, The Tree of Life and Licorice Pizza, among others. He made his directorial debut in the 1991 film The Indian Runner, followed by The Crossing Guard in 1995, The Pledge in 2001 and Into the Wild in 2007.

<p>Sean Penn bagged an Academy Award for the film One Battle After Another. But why was he skipping one of Hollywood's biggest nights? Read to know more.&nbsp;</p>

Oscar win, but no appearance! Why did Sean Penn skip the Hollywood's biggest night?

<p>No one can stop Sean Penn from taking a puff from a cigarette, not even the cameras at the Golden Globe Awards. The actor, who is also known for his humanitarian work, was spotted smoking during the Golden Globes ceremony.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The world and Penn's fans are well aware that the actor can smoke anywhere, whether between interviews, during live late-night shows, or in one of the most shocking places, at the White House. In short, no one can stop the actor from smoking. The latest addition to his list of smoking locations is the historic Beverly Hilton Hotel</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Sean Penn was spotted smoking at the Golden Globes</h2><p>Sean Penn attended the night as a nominee. The Oscar-winning actor was nominated for One Battle After Another, but Stellan Skarsgård took home the prize for Sentimental Value.</p><p><br>The venue had cameras rolling and roaming in every corner, and one of them captured Penn smoking at his table. The moment quickly became the talk of the internet.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/golden-globes-2026-from-one-battle-after-another-to-adolescence-10-big-winners-who-defined-the-night-and-made-history-1768284170118">Golden Globes 2026: 10 big titles that won the prestigious award</a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Hours after the ceremony, The Wall Street Journal reporter Ben Fritz shared a picture of Penn smoking a cigarette while seated beside Kate Hudson and Leonardo DiCaprio.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"This can't be legal," Fritz wrote in a post he shared to X.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For those who thought the image might be fake or another addition to the growing list of AI-generated deepfakes, the photo appears to be real. A few people who were present at the ceremony confirmed the incident.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/adolescence-star-owen-cooper-makes-history-at-a-young-age-becomes-the-youngest-to-win-golden-globe-emmy-critics-choice-awards-1768209495153"><strong>Owen Cooper makes history; becomes the youngest to win Golden Globe, Emmy Awards</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A reporter of Vanity Fair also shared that a director said that Penn just ‘light up’ a cigarette inside the theatre, right at his table.</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p>An Instagram handle @cigfluencers also shared a picture of Penn smoking with a caption, "Sean Penn smoking INSIDE the Golden Globes venue!? Incredible stuff happening here.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>What was shocking here was Hacks star Hannah Einbinder, who was nominated at the Globes and was present, commented on an Instagram post, reading, "saw with own eyes."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The photo from the ceremony was quick to circulate online, with netizens reacting with shock.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A person wrote on Reddit,''Smoking indoors is the real shocking part of this photo.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another user wrote,''Smoking in a shared interior space is generally considered pretty trashy these days. It's not the 70s, where people would just light up wherever.''</p><h2>Is smoking inside the hotel allowed?</h2><p>As per California’s Clean Air Laws 2024, smoking is prohibited in hotels, motels &amp; other lodging. However, exemptions that allow smoking are in theatrical productions, but only if smoking is an integral part of the story.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Golden Globes organisation, the Beverly Hilton hotel, and Penn have not released any statement on this.</p>

Sean Penn, Oscar-winning actor, was spotted smoking inside the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles during the Golden Globes ceremony. The actor's photo has gone viral across social media. 

No one can stop Sean Penn from taking a puff from a cigarette, not even the cameras at the Golden Globe Awards. The actor, who is also known for his humanitarian work, was spotted smoking during the Golden Globes ceremony. The world and Penn's fans are well aware that the actor can smoke anywhere, whether between interviews, during live late-night shows, or in one of the most shocking places, at the White House. In short, no one can stop the actor from smoking. The latest addition to his list of smoking locations is the historic Beverly Hilton Hotel Sean Penn was spotted smoking at the Golden Globes Sean Penn attended the night as a nominee. The Oscar-winning actor was nominated for One Battle After Another, but Stellan Skarsgård took home the prize for Sentimental Value. The venue had cameras rolling and roaming in every corner, and one of them captured Penn smoking at his table. The moment quickly became the talk of the internet. Also read: Golden Globes 2026: 10 big titles that won the prestigious award Hours after the ceremony, The Wall Street Journal reporter Ben Fritz shared a picture of Penn smoking a cigarette while seated beside Kate Hudson and Leonardo DiCaprio. "This can't be legal," Fritz wrote in a post he shared to X. For those who thought the image might be fake or another addition to the growing list of AI-generated deepfakes, the photo appears to be real. A few people who were present at the ceremony confirmed the incident. Also read: Owen Cooper makes history; becomes the youngest to win Golden Globe, Emmy Awards A reporter of Vanity Fair also shared that a director said that Penn just ‘light up’ a cigarette inside the theatre, right at his table.

<p>Sean Penn, Oscar-winning actor, was spotted smoking inside the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles during the Golden Globes ceremony. The actor's photo has gone viral across social media.&nbsp;</p>

Caught on camera! Sean Penn smokes cigarette at the Golden Globes: Netizens ask is it allowed?

<p>Hollywood actor Sean Penn has never been a fan of Donald Trump. Appearing on Jim Acosta&rsquo;s Subtsack podcast recently, the actor spoke about world politics, on the heels of his new film Words of War. He spoke about the dangers of a president like Trump and the direction in which the country was headed.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Sean Penn not hopeful of a stable future with Trump leading the US</strong></h2>
<p>While talking about El Salvador&rsquo;s president Nayib Bukele and whether Trump will try to stay in the White House past his term limit, Sean Penn said that &ldquo;we should consider worst cast scenarios&rdquo; and that Trump &ldquo;might try to destroy the world before he ages out of life.&rdquo;</p>
<p>Sean added, &ldquo;I do think it&rsquo;s a reasonable theory that Donald Trump is not unlike the spouse of someone who leaves him, perhaps for another, who then murders their former partner because if they can&rsquo;t have her, nobody can. I think Donald Trump and his solipsism may have that relationship with the world and that this destruction is in part a power play, and also a literal intention of his final out.&rdquo;</p>
<p>Congressman Eric Swalwell also appeared on the podcast alongwith Sean. Eric serves as an executive producer on Words of War. He said, &ldquo;What worries me is if he doesn&rsquo;t believe there&rsquo;s somebody who can protect him, you will see him ratchet up what he&rsquo;s willing to do to the country to protect himself.</p>
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<p>&ldquo;Our only hope is a Congress that will check it, a press that will report on it, a court that&rsquo;s independent to rule on it and a town square filled with Americans who say &lsquo;hell no,'&rdquo; added Eric.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Words of War is about the late Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya, who was assassinated outside the elevator of her Moscow apartment in 2005.</p>

Sean Penn recently appeared on a podcast and spoke about the danger of President Trump running the US and the direction the country is heading in.

Hollywood actor Sean Penn has never been a fan of Donald Trump. Appearing on Jim Acosta’s Subtsack podcast recently, the actor spoke about world politics, on the heels of his new film Words of War. He spoke about the dangers of a president like Trump and the direction in which the country was headed. Sean Penn not hopeful of a stable future with Trump leading the US While talking about El Salvador’s president Nayib Bukele and whether Trump will try to stay in the White House past his term limit, Sean Penn said that “we should consider worst cast scenarios” and that Trump “might try to destroy the world before he ages out of life.” Sean added, “I do think it’s a reasonable theory that Donald Trump is not unlike the spouse of someone who leaves him, perhaps for another, who then murders their former partner because if they can’t have her, nobody can. I think Donald Trump and his solipsism may have that relationship with the world and that this destruction is in part a power play, and also a literal intention of his final out.” Congressman Eric Swalwell also appeared on the podcast alongwith Sean. Eric serves as an executive producer on Words of War. He said, “What worries me is if he doesn’t believe there’s somebody who can protect him, you will see him ratchet up what he’s willing to do to the country to protect himself. Marvel's Kevin Feige has a 10 year plan for the X-Men “Our only hope is a Congress that will check it, a press that will report on it, a court that’s independent to rule on it and a town square filled with Americans who say ‘hell no,'” added Eric. Words of War is about the late Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya, who was assassinated outside the elevator of her Moscow apartment in 2005.

Sean Penn disses Donald Trump, says he 'might try to destroy the world’

<p>Sean Penn is firmly denying assault allegations! In a recent interview, he said that he never struck his ex-wife Madonna with a baseball bat during their tumultuous four-year marriage.<br />
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In a recent interview with The New York Times, the actor recounted a harrowing incident when a SWAT team descended upon his home. "I had a freaking SWAT team come into my house," Penn said, explaining that Madonna had expressed concerns about guns in the house to the police. "I said: ‘I’m not coming out. I’m going to finish my breakfast.’ The next thing I knew, windows were being broken all around the house and they came in. They had me in handcuffs."<br />
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Despite their rocky relationship and subsequent divorce, Penn, now 63, still speaks fondly of Madonna. “She’s someone I love,” he shared. Reflecting on the differences between his divorces, he noted that repairing a friendship post-divorce is often easier without children involved.<br />
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"It took [ex-wife Robin Wright] and I quite a while. There was a lot of drama. Much more important to repair it if there are kids involved, but no easy swing, right?" said Penn.</p>

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Penn and Madonna, 65, were married from 1985 to 1989. The “Like a Virgin” singer initially filed for divorce in 1987, only to withdraw the papers before filing again two years later. During both instances, rumours swirled that Penn had not only physically assaulted Madonna, including beating her with a baseball bat, but also tied her to a chair for hours.<br />
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Madonna, however, has publicly refuted these claims. In a 2015 statement, she clarified, “While we certainly had more than one heated argument during our marriage, Sean has never struck me, ‘tied me up,’ or physically assaulted me, and any report to the contrary is completely outrageous, malicious, reckless, and false.”<br />
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With three ex-wives and having finalised his divorce from Leila George in April 2022, Penn is content with his current romantic status. He expressed to The Times that he is “thrilled every day” to no longer be in a serious relationship. “I’m just free,” he said. “If I’m going to be in a relationship, I’m still going to be free, or I’m not going to be in it, and I’m not going to be hurting. I don’t sense I’ll have my heart broken by romance again.”</p>


Sean Penn is firmly denying assault allegations! In a recent interview, he said that he never struck his ex-wife Madonna with a baseball bat during their tumultuous four-year marriage.

Sean Penn is firmly denying assault allegations! In a recent interview, he said that he never struck his ex-wife Madonna with a baseball bat during their tumultuous four-year marriage. In a recent interview with The New York Times, the actor recounted a harrowing incident when a SWAT team descended upon his home. "I had a freaking SWAT team come into my house," Penn said, explaining that Madonna had expressed concerns about guns in the house to the police. "I said: ‘I’m not coming out. I’m going to finish my breakfast.’ The next thing I knew, windows were being broken all around the house and they came in. They had me in handcuffs." Despite their rocky relationship and subsequent divorce, Penn, now 63, still speaks fondly of Madonna. “She’s someone I love,” he shared. Reflecting on the differences between his divorces, he noted that repairing a friendship post-divorce is often easier without children involved. "It took [ex-wife Robin Wright] and I quite a while. There was a lot of drama. Much more important to repair it if there are kids involved, but no easy swing, right?" said Penn. Also read: All you need to know about Double Glossing - viral trend created by Rihanna Penn and Madonna, 65, were married from 1985 to 1989. The “Like a Virgin” singer initially filed for divorce in 1987, only to withdraw the papers before filing again two years later. During both instances, rumours swirled that Penn had not only physically assaulted Madonna, including beating her with a baseball bat, but also tied her to a chair for hours. Madonna, however, has publicly refuted these claims. In a 2015 statement, she clarified, “While we certainly had more than one heated argument during our marriage, Sean has never struck me, ‘tied me up,’ or physically assaulted me, and any report to the contrary is completely outrageous, malicious, reckless, and false.” With three ex-wives and having finalised his divorce from Leila George in April 2022, Penn is content with his current romantic status. He expressed to The Times that he is “thrilled every day” to no longer be in a serious relationship. “I’m just free,” he said. “If I’m going to be in a relationship, I’m still going to be free, or I’m not going to be in it, and I’m not going to be hurting. I don’t sense I’ll have my heart broken by romance again.”

Sean Penn says he never assaulted ex-wife Madonna with a baseball bat: She’s someone I love

<p>Actor Sean Penn recently got visibly agitated while discussing the infamous slapping incident involving Will Smith at the 2022 Academy Awards ceremony.&nbsp;Penn spoke to Variety recently and called out Smith for slapping comedian Chris Rock on stage during the 2022 Oscars. Minutes later Smith went on to win Best Actor that night for King Richard, delivering an emotional speech. Following the show, Smith attended afterparties celebrating the win.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Smith was eventually banned by the Academy from its committee as well as from attending the Oscars for the next 10 years.&nbsp;<br />
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“I don’t know Will Smith. I met him once. He seemed very nice when I met him. He was so f---ing good in King Richard," Penn prefaced his comments to Variety.</p>

<p>Penn then continued, "So why the f--- did you just spit on yourself and everybody else with this stupid f---ing thing? Why did I go to f---ing jail for what you just did? And you’re still sitting there? Why are you guys standing and applauding his worst moment as a person?"<br />
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Penn was livid that the Academy had not invited Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky to speak at the ceremony. Penn has been a strong advocate for the people of Ukraine during their ongoing war with Russia.<br />
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"The Oscars producer thought, ‘Oh, he’s (Zelensky) not light-hearted enough.’ Well, guess what you got instead? Will Smith," Penn told Variety.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Will Smith 'slapgate' at the Oscars</strong><br />
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At the Oscars 2022, Smith stormed the stage, slapping Rock across the face after the comedian made a joke referencing Smith's wife Jada Pinkett Smith's baldness. She suffers from alopecia.<br />
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Smith yelled at Rock to "keep my wife's name out your f---ing mouth!" as a shocked audience looked on.&nbsp;<br />
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"This f---ing bulls--- wouldn’t have happened with Zelensky," Penn said recalling the moment. "Will Smith would never have left that chair to be part of stupid violence. It never would have happened."<br />
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Penn was evidently distraught with the incident and said his only option was to destroy his two Oscars.<br />
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"I thought, ‘Well, f---, you know? I’ll give them to Ukraine. They can be melted down to bullets they can shoot at the Russians'," he said.<br />
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Last year when Penn paid a visit to Ukraine and met Zelensky, the actor showed his support by giving the leader one of his Oscars. The actor was presented with the Order of Merit by Zelensky.</p>

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Actor Sean Penn recently got visibly agitated while discussing the infamous slapping incident involving Will Smith at the 2022 Academy Awards ceremony. Penn spoke to Variety recently and called out Smith for slapping comedian Chris Rock on stage during the 2022 Oscars.

Actor Sean Penn recently got visibly agitated while discussing the infamous slapping incident involving Will Smith at the 2022 Academy Awards ceremony. Penn spoke to Variety recently and called out Smith for slapping comedian Chris Rock on stage during the 2022 Oscars. Minutes later Smith went on to win Best Actor that night for King Richard, delivering an emotional speech. Following the show, Smith attended afterparties celebrating the win. Smith was eventually banned by the Academy from its committee as well as from attending the Oscars for the next 10 years. “I don’t know Will Smith. I met him once. He seemed very nice when I met him. He was so f---ing good in King Richard," Penn prefaced his comments to Variety. Penn then continued, "So why the f--- did you just spit on yourself and everybody else with this stupid f---ing thing? Why did I go to f---ing jail for what you just did? And you’re still sitting there? Why are you guys standing and applauding his worst moment as a person?" Penn was livid that the Academy had not invited Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky to speak at the ceremony. Penn has been a strong advocate for the people of Ukraine during their ongoing war with Russia. "The Oscars producer thought, ‘Oh, he’s (Zelensky) not light-hearted enough.’ Well, guess what you got instead? Will Smith," Penn told Variety. Will Smith 'slapgate' at the Oscars At the Oscars 2022, Smith stormed the stage, slapping Rock across the face after the comedian made a joke referencing Smith's wife Jada Pinkett Smith's baldness. She suffers from alopecia. Smith yelled at Rock to "keep my wife's name out your f---ing mouth!" as a shocked audience looked on. "This f---ing bulls--- wouldn’t have happened with Zelensky," Penn said recalling the moment. "Will Smith would never have left that chair to be part of stupid violence. It never would have happened." Penn was evidently distraught with the incident and said his only option was to destroy his two Oscars. "I thought, ‘Well, f---, you know? I’ll give them to Ukraine. They can be melted down to bullets they can shoot at the Russians'," he said. Last year when Penn paid a visit to Ukraine and met Zelensky, the actor showed his support by giving the leader one of his Oscars. The actor was presented with the Order of Merit by Zelensky. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Sean Penn blasts Will Smith for Oscar slap: Why did I go to f*****g jail for what you just did

<p>Sean Penn is joining the Ukrainian fight. The Hollywood actor is a pro-Ukraine activist and will be seen in a Ukrainian war film titled <em>War Through the Eyes of Animals,</em> according to a report by The Hollywood Reporter. The feature is a nine-part anthology directed by nine Ukrainian filmmakers and will tell the story of the current war in the European country. As the name suggests, it will tell the story of the war from the perspective&nbsp;of various animals caught up in the ongoing conflict.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Among others, director Myroslav Slaboshpytskyi will direct the ninth and final segment, which will star Sean Penn as an American sound engineer. Sean’s character becomes a witness to the outbreak of the war in the country when Russia strikes them on February 24, 2022. This bears resemblance to what happened in real life as Sean was shooting for a documentary when war was declared between Russia and Ukraine. It was a docu-film that looks at the comic actor turned-president Volodymyr Zelensky who became a hero as he led his country in a fight against Russia. When the film premiered at the Berlin film festival this year, Penn used the opportunity to call on Western governments to provide greater military support for Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Ukraine War Film amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict</h2>

<p>As for the shooting of <em>War Through the Eyes of Animals</em>, filming is scheduled to take place in Ukraine and Los Angeles in the early part of the year. On the film, Myroslav Slaboshpytskyi said, “I am absolutely thrilled to be a part of this film. It is a great honour for me to collaborate with the incredible actor and outstanding person, and one of Ukraine’s greatest friends, Sean Penn. He was with us during the attack on the 24th of February and deeply explores the war and Ukraine in his documentary film. His support is invaluable to us and cannot be overstated.”</p>

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<p><em>War Through the Eyes of Animals</em> is being produced by Ukrainian production outfits SOTA Cinema Group and Kleos Art, with Oleg Kokhan and Oleksiy Makukhin serving as producers.</p>

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<p><em>War Through the Eyes of Animals</em> is set for release in the winter of 2023-2024.</p>

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Sean Penn is joining the Ukrainian fight. The Hollywood actor is a pro-Ukraine activist and will be seen in a Ukrainian war film titled War Through the Eyes of Animals, according to a report by The Hollywood Reporter.

Sean Penn is joining the Ukrainian fight. The Hollywood actor is a pro-Ukraine activist and will be seen in a Ukrainian war film titled War Through the Eyes of Animals, according to a report by The Hollywood Reporter. The feature is a nine-part anthology directed by nine Ukrainian filmmakers and will tell the story of the current war in the European country. As the name suggests, it will tell the story of the war from the perspective of various animals caught up in the ongoing conflict. Among others, director Myroslav Slaboshpytskyi will direct the ninth and final segment, which will star Sean Penn as an American sound engineer. Sean’s character becomes a witness to the outbreak of the war in the country when Russia strikes them on February 24, 2022. This bears resemblance to what happened in real life as Sean was shooting for a documentary when war was declared between Russia and Ukraine. It was a docu-film that looks at the comic actor turned-president Volodymyr Zelensky who became a hero as he led his country in a fight against Russia. When the film premiered at the Berlin film festival this year, Penn used the opportunity to call on Western governments to provide greater military support for Ukraine. Ukraine War Film amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict As for the shooting of War Through the Eyes of Animals, filming is scheduled to take place in Ukraine and Los Angeles in the early part of the year. On the film, Myroslav Slaboshpytskyi said, “I am absolutely thrilled to be a part of this film. It is a great honour for me to collaborate with the incredible actor and outstanding person, and one of Ukraine’s greatest friends, Sean Penn. He was with us during the attack on the 24th of February and deeply explores the war and Ukraine in his documentary film. His support is invaluable to us and cannot be overstated.” Also read: Jeremy Allen White was on a "gross" diet to bulk up like wrestler Kerry for a feature with Zac Efron Also read: Spotify, Apple Music remove viral Palestinian song Dammi Falastini; shocked netizens call it 'outrageous' War Through the Eyes of Animals is being produced by Ukrainian production outfits SOTA Cinema Group and Kleos Art, with Oleg Kokhan and Oleksiy Makukhin serving as producers. Watch the trailer here: War Through the Eyes of Animals is set for release in the winter of 2023-2024. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Hollywood star Sean Penn will feature in Ukraine war film, War Through the Eyes of Animals

<p>Speaking at the Cannes Film Festival, Sean Penn expressed strong support for the ongoing Hollywood screenwriters strike, referring to the dispute over artificial intelligence (AI) as "a human obscenity." Penn, a veteran writer-director and actor, addressed the mistreatment of writers, actors, and directors in the industry. He criticised producers for resisting new concepts, including the use of AI, and called for changes in the behaviour of the Producers Guild, which he suggested should be renamed the "Bankers Guild."</p>

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<h2><strong>What is WGA strike?</strong></h2>

<p>The strike by film and TV screenwriters began due to failed negotiations with producers. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) is seeking improved pay, updated contracts for the streaming era, and protections against the use of AI-generated scripts. Penn highlighted the difficulties faced by many writers and industry professionals who are unable to work during this time. He anticipated a self-reflective process within the industry and questioned which side would endure.</p>

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<h2><strong>What is behind the writer's strike?</strong></h2>

<p>With Netflix and Amazon Prime Video and other streamers emerging as key players, the space is suddenly crowded, with every major studio jumping on the bandwagon. The wealth of content has led to an increase in the number of series and films that are annually made, leading to more job opportunities for writers. However, this has come at a cost, with writers claiming they are making less than they used to, while working under more strained conditions. As such, the WGA is seeking more compensation for writers upfront, since many of the payments writers have historically profited from the back end, like syndication and international licencing, have been largely phased out by the onset of streaming.</p>

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<h2><strong>WGA strike is a hot topic at Cannes</strong></h2>

<p>Following the press conference, Penn clarified his intended reference to the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) instead of the Producers Guild of America.</p>

<p>Penn's comments coincide with the potential for a broader work stoppage in Hollywood, as the Directors Guild negotiates a new contract with producers, and SAG-AFTRA, the actors union, seeks strike authorisation for upcoming contract negotiations.</p>

<p>During the Cannes Film Festival, the strike has been a recurring topic among American stars, filmmakers, and producers. Ethan Hawke wore a shirt with "Pencils Down" written on it, and juror Paul Dano expressed his intention to join his wife, Zoe Kazan, on the picket lines.</p>

<p>At another press conference for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Kathleen Kennedy, chief of Lucasfilm and a prominent film producer, stated that most people fully support the writers' rightful demands. She acknowledged the broader industry changes and technological advancements that are impacting the situation, emphasising the need for preparation and adaptation.<br />
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Speaking at the Cannes Film Festival, Sean Penn expressed strong support for the ongoing Hollywood screenwriters strike, referring to the dispute over artificial intelligence (AI) as "a human obscenity.

Speaking at the Cannes Film Festival, Sean Penn expressed strong support for the ongoing Hollywood screenwriters strike, referring to the dispute over artificial intelligence (AI) as "a human obscenity." Penn, a veteran writer-director and actor, addressed the mistreatment of writers, actors, and directors in the industry. He criticised producers for resisting new concepts, including the use of AI, and called for changes in the behaviour of the Producers Guild, which he suggested should be renamed the "Bankers Guild." Also Read: Hollywood writers vs artificial intelligence: How their strike is also a fight against AI What is WGA strike? The strike by film and TV screenwriters began due to failed negotiations with producers. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) is seeking improved pay, updated contracts for the streaming era, and protections against the use of AI-generated scripts. Penn highlighted the difficulties faced by many writers and industry professionals who are unable to work during this time. He anticipated a self-reflective process within the industry and questioned which side would endure. What is behind the writer's strike? With Netflix and Amazon Prime Video and other streamers emerging as key players, the space is suddenly crowded, with every major studio jumping on the bandwagon. The wealth of content has led to an increase in the number of series and films that are annually made, leading to more job opportunities for writers. However, this has come at a cost, with writers claiming they are making less than they used to, while working under more strained conditions. As such, the WGA is seeking more compensation for writers upfront, since many of the payments writers have historically profited from the back end, like syndication and international licencing, have been largely phased out by the onset of streaming. Also Read: AI vs writers: Can ChatGPT create the next Succession? Or Breaking Bad? WGA strike is a hot topic at Cannes Following the press conference, Penn clarified his intended reference to the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) instead of the Producers Guild of America. Penn's comments coincide with the potential for a broader work stoppage in Hollywood, as the Directors Guild negotiates a new contract with producers, and SAG-AFTRA, the actors union, seeks strike authorisation for upcoming contract negotiations. During the Cannes Film Festival, the strike has been a recurring topic among American stars, filmmakers, and producers. Ethan Hawke wore a shirt with "Pencils Down" written on it, and juror Paul Dano expressed his intention to join his wife, Zoe Kazan, on the picket lines. At another press conference for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Kathleen Kennedy, chief of Lucasfilm and a prominent film producer, stated that most people fully support the writers' rightful demands. She acknowledged the broader industry changes and technological advancements that are impacting the situation, emphasising the need for preparation and adaptation. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Sean Penn endorses writers’ strike, rallies in support at Cannes Film Festival

<p>Sean Penn and Robin Wright’s son, Hopper Penn, wants everyone to know that he’s not a nepo baby. As the nepotism debate rages everywhere, especially in film industries – Hollywood and Bollywood, Hopper gave his two cents on the topic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Child of a famous set of parents, Sean Penn and House of Cards actress Robin Wright, Hopper said, “I don’t give a s*** about that, because I’m not one.” He recalled the time when he worked on Steven Spielberg’s daughter’s film Let Me Go the Right Away, where this topic came up. Spielberg’s daughter is Destry. He said, “It came up when we were shooting. Destry had shown me an article calling it a ‘nepotism film’ and I just laughed about it. I was like, ‘They’re just pissed that they’re not in the movie!’ And then Ben Stiller backed us up, and he also comes from an actor family. So I really don’t care — I’m never going to see those people.”</p>

<p>Kaia Gerber, daughter of supermodel Cindy Crawford, also recently spoke on the subject. “I won’t deny the privilege that I have. Even if it’s just the fact that I have a really great source of information and someone to give me great advice, that alone I feel very fortunate for. My mom always joked, ‘If I could call and book a Chanel campaign, it would be for me and not you.’ But I also have met amazing people through my mom whom I now get to work with.”</p>

<p>She also added, “No artist is going to sacrifice their vision for someone’s kid. That just isn’t how art is made, and what I’m interested in is art. Also, no one wants to work with someone who’s annoying, and not easy to work with, and not kind. Yes, nepotism is prevalent, but I think if it actually was what people make it out to be, we’d see even more of it.”</p>

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Sean Penn and Robin Wright’s son, Hopper Penn, wants everyone to know that he’s not a nepo baby. As the nepotism debate rages everywhere, especially in film industries – Hollywood and Bollywood, Hopper gave his two cents on the topic.

Sean Penn and Robin Wright’s son, Hopper Penn, wants everyone to know that he’s not a nepo baby. As the nepotism debate rages everywhere, especially in film industries – Hollywood and Bollywood, Hopper gave his two cents on the topic. Child of a famous set of parents, Sean Penn and House of Cards actress Robin Wright, Hopper said, “I don’t give a s*** about that, because I’m not one.” He recalled the time when he worked on Steven Spielberg’s daughter’s film Let Me Go the Right Away, where this topic came up. Spielberg’s daughter is Destry. He said, “It came up when we were shooting. Destry had shown me an article calling it a ‘nepotism film’ and I just laughed about it. I was like, ‘They’re just pissed that they’re not in the movie!’ And then Ben Stiller backed us up, and he also comes from an actor family. So I really don’t care — I’m never going to see those people.” Kaia Gerber, daughter of supermodel Cindy Crawford, also recently spoke on the subject. “I won’t deny the privilege that I have. Even if it’s just the fact that I have a really great source of information and someone to give me great advice, that alone I feel very fortunate for. My mom always joked, ‘If I could call and book a Chanel campaign, it would be for me and not you.’ But I also have met amazing people through my mom whom I now get to work with.” She also added, “No artist is going to sacrifice their vision for someone’s kid. That just isn’t how art is made, and what I’m interested in is art. Also, no one wants to work with someone who’s annoying, and not easy to work with, and not kind. Yes, nepotism is prevalent, but I think if it actually was what people make it out to be, we’d see even more of it.”

Sean Penn's son Hopper doesn't identify as a "nepo baby" and doesn't care if people think he is

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky joined Hollywood actor Sean Penn by video link on Thursday at the opening of the Berlinale, Europe's first major film festival of the year, calling for the entertainment world to maintain its "solidarity" with his besieged country.</p>

<p>The 73rd annual event, traditionally the most politically minded of the three big European cinema showcases, is marking the first anniversary of the Russian invasion as well as anti-regime protests in Iran with new feature films and documentaries.</p>

<p>Penn appeared on stage at the festival's inaugural gala and introduced the Ukrainian leader, who spoke live via video stream and was greeted by a standing ovation from the audience.</p>

<p>"Cinema cannot change the world," said Zelensky, wearing his now trademark sweatshirt. "But it can influence and inspire people who can change the world."<br />
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Penn, who was filming in Kyiv at the start of the Russian onslaught, will this weekend premiere "Superpower", tracking Zelensky's transformation from comedian to president to war hero.</p>

<p>The two-time Oscar winner said he had just returned from the Ukrainian capital.</p>

<p>"Nothing has changed in terms of the will of the Ukrainian people," Penn said. "That's for sure. If anything, it's just gotten stronger."</p>

<p>The festival's artistic director Carlo Chatrian paid tribute to "the suffering population, the millions who left Ukraine and the artists (who) have remained defending the country and continue filming the war".</p>

<p>US actor Kristen Stewart ("Spencer"), head of the jury for the Golden and Silver Bear top prizes, told reporters earlier that the event was "an enormous opportunity to have a hand in highlighting beautiful things" in the face of global turmoil.<br />
"It's the job of an artist to take a disgusting and ugly thing and sort of transmute it and put it through your body and pump out something more beautiful... in response to the world that's falling apart around us," she said.</p>

<p>Beyond movie screenings, the Berlinale plans panel discussions with embattled directors and red-carpet protests in a show of "solidarity" with the people of Iran and Ukraine.</p>

<p><strong>- 'Desire for peace' -</strong><br />
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Hollywood actors Peter Dinklage, Anne Hathaway and Marisa Tomei presented their romantic comedy "She Came to Me" by director Rebecca Miller, the first of nearly 300 new movies from around the world to screen during the 11-day event.</p>

<p>They told reporters they were honoured to premiere the film at a ceremony addressed by Zelensky, with Hathaway calling him "a hero of our times".<br />
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She thanked the festival "for giving us all the opportunity to amplify the message of Ukraine, which is the almost universal desire for peace".</p>

<p>Miller, whose movie addresses fraught US race relations and tensions over religious beliefs, said she saw filmmaking as "a kind of patriotic act to show different aspects of our country".</p>

<p>"One of the ways in which we can perhaps have a more peaceful world is by having our art talk to each other across the nations," she said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nineteen films will vie for the main awards, including British-US co-production "Manodrome" featuring Jesse Eisenberg and Adrien Brody in a thriller about an Uber driver who is lured into a cult while he is expecting his first child.</p>

<p>Two Asian animated pictures will also join the running, "Art College 1994" by China's Liu Jian and Makoto Shinkai's "Suzume", the first Japanese anime to compete at the Berlinale since Hayao Miyazaki's "Spirited Away" clinched the Golden Bear in 2002.<br />
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<strong>- Gold for Spielberg -</strong><br />
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After lean years due to the pandemic, it is the starriest Berlinale edition in recent memory, with Helen Mirren, Vicky Krieps, folk legend Joan Baez and U2 frontman Bono also awaited on the red carpet.</p>

<p>Three-time Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg is to collect an honorary Golden Bear for his life's work, honoured with a retrospective.</p>

<p>A third of the films in competition are by women, who make up 40 percent of all directors represented in the official selection.</p>

<p>The Berlinale ranks with Cannes and Venice among Europe's leading film festivals. It will hand out the top prizes on February 25 before wrapping up the next day with screenings of popular movies from this year's event.</p>


Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky joined Hollywood actor Sean Penn by video link on Thursday at the opening of the Berlinale, Europe's first major film festival of the year, calling for the entertainment world to maintain its "solidarity" with his besieged country.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky joined Hollywood actor Sean Penn by video link on Thursday at the opening of the Berlinale, Europe's first major film festival of the year, calling for the entertainment world to maintain its "solidarity" with his besieged country. The 73rd annual event, traditionally the most politically minded of the three big European cinema showcases, is marking the first anniversary of the Russian invasion as well as anti-regime protests in Iran with new feature films and documentaries. Penn appeared on stage at the festival's inaugural gala and introduced the Ukrainian leader, who spoke live via video stream and was greeted by a standing ovation from the audience. "Cinema cannot change the world," said Zelensky, wearing his now trademark sweatshirt. "But it can influence and inspire people who can change the world." Penn, who was filming in Kyiv at the start of the Russian onslaught, will this weekend premiere "Superpower", tracking Zelensky's transformation from comedian to president to war hero. The two-time Oscar winner said he had just returned from the Ukrainian capital. "Nothing has changed in terms of the will of the Ukrainian people," Penn said. "That's for sure. If anything, it's just gotten stronger." The festival's artistic director Carlo Chatrian paid tribute to "the suffering population, the millions who left Ukraine and the artists (who) have remained defending the country and continue filming the war". US actor Kristen Stewart ("Spencer"), head of the jury for the Golden and Silver Bear top prizes, told reporters earlier that the event was "an enormous opportunity to have a hand in highlighting beautiful things" in the face of global turmoil. "It's the job of an artist to take a disgusting and ugly thing and sort of transmute it and put it through your body and pump out something more beautiful... in response to the world that's falling apart around us," she said. Beyond movie screenings, the Berlinale plans panel discussions with embattled directors and red-carpet protests in a show of "solidarity" with the people of Iran and Ukraine. - 'Desire for peace' - Hollywood actors Peter Dinklage, Anne Hathaway and Marisa Tomei presented their romantic comedy "She Came to Me" by director Rebecca Miller, the first of nearly 300 new movies from around the world to screen during the 11-day event. They told reporters they were honoured to premiere the film at a ceremony addressed by Zelensky, with Hathaway calling him "a hero of our times". She thanked the festival "for giving us all the opportunity to amplify the message of Ukraine, which is the almost universal desire for peace". Miller, whose movie addresses fraught US race relations and tensions over religious beliefs, said she saw filmmaking as "a kind of patriotic act to show different aspects of our country". "One of the ways in which we can perhaps have a more peaceful world is by having our art talk to each other across the nations," she said. Nineteen films will vie for the main awards, including British-US co-production "Manodrome" featuring Jesse Eisenberg and Adrien Brody in a thriller about an Uber driver who is lured into a cult while he is expecting his first child. Two Asian animated pictures will also join the running, "Art College 1994" by China's Liu Jian and Makoto Shinkai's "Suzume", the first Japanese anime to compete at the Berlinale since Hayao Miyazaki's "Spirited Away" clinched the Golden Bear in 2002. - Gold for Spielberg - After lean years due to the pandemic, it is the starriest Berlinale edition in recent memory, with Helen Mirren, Vicky Krieps, folk legend Joan Baez and U2 frontman Bono also awaited on the red carpet. Three-time Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg is to collect an honorary Golden Bear for his life's work, honoured with a retrospective. A third of the films in competition are by women, who make up 40 percent of all directors represented in the official selection. The Berlinale ranks with Cannes and Venice among Europe's leading film festivals. It will hand out the top prizes on February 25 before wrapping up the next day with screenings of popular movies from this year's event.

Berlin film fest beams in Volodymyr Zelensky for opener with Sean Penn

<p>Sean Penn's documentary on Ukraine, called 'Superpower', will premiere at this year's Berlinale (Berlin Film Festival), reported Associated Press. The documentary, made in association with VICE Studios, was being filmed in the country even as Russian forces invaded the country in February 2022. Penn was forced to flee the country and went on to join&nbsp;Ukrainians on the exodus across the Polish border. Penn has been a passionate supporter of Ukraine in the Russo-Ukrainian&nbsp;conflict and has spoken several times against Vladimir Putin's aggression. He has called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky his friend and even gifted him with one of his Oscar trophies. Penn is a two-time Academy Award winner.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Sean Penn has given his Oscar to Ukraine - <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ZelenskyyUa</a><br />
Thank you, sir!<br />
It is an honor for us. <a href="https://t.co/vx2UfEVTds">pic.twitter.com/vx2UfEVTds</a></p>
— Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/Gerashchenko_en/status/1590089376138416128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 8, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>As Penn <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-sean-penn-presents-ukrainian-president-volodymyr-zelenskyy-with-his-oscar-when-you-win-bring-it-back-to-532423">presented the Oscar</a></strong> to Zelenskyy, he said, "This is for you. It's just a symbolic silly thing, but if I know this is here with you then I'll feel better and stronger for the fight. When you win, bring it back to Malibu. I'll feel much better knowing a piece of me is here."</p>

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<p>Earlier this year, in an interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper, Penn had praised Zelensky. He contrasted Zelensky's outlook before the Russian invasion and on the day of the invasion saying he felt he was in “the presence of something that was new to the modern world in terms of courage and dignity…. and love that comes out of the man.”</p>

<p>“This is an extraordinary moment. The way he has unified that country. And I think Mr Putin certainly paved the way for that. I was endlessly impressed and moved by him and terrified for him and for Ukraine,” Penn had added, on the verge of tears.</p>

<p>The Russo-Ukrainian War has claimed thousands of lives of combatants and civilians on both sides.<br />
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Sean Penn's documentary on Ukraine, called 'Superpower', will premiere at this year's Berlinale (Berlin Film Festival), reported Associated Press. The documentary, made in association with VICE Studios, was being filmed in the country even as Russian forces invaded the country in February 2022.

Sean Penn's documentary on Ukraine, called 'Superpower', will premiere at this year's Berlinale (Berlin Film Festival), reported Associated Press. The documentary, made in association with VICE Studios, was being filmed in the country even as Russian forces invaded the country in February 2022. Penn was forced to flee the country and went on to join Ukrainians on the exodus across the Polish border. Penn has been a passionate supporter of Ukraine in the Russo-Ukrainian conflict and has spoken several times against Vladimir Putin's aggression. He has called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky his friend and even gifted him with one of his Oscar trophies. Penn is a two-time Academy Award winner. Sean Penn has given his Oscar to Ukraine - @ZelenskyyUa Thank you, sir! It is an honor for us. pic.twitter.com/vx2UfEVTds — Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) November 8, 2022 As Penn presented the Oscar to Zelenskyy, he said, "This is for you. It's just a symbolic silly thing, but if I know this is here with you then I'll feel better and stronger for the fight. When you win, bring it back to Malibu. I'll feel much better knowing a piece of me is here." Earlier this year, in an interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper, Penn had praised Zelensky. He contrasted Zelensky's outlook before the Russian invasion and on the day of the invasion saying he felt he was in “the presence of something that was new to the modern world in terms of courage and dignity…. and love that comes out of the man.” “This is an extraordinary moment. The way he has unified that country. And I think Mr Putin certainly paved the way for that. I was endlessly impressed and moved by him and terrified for him and for Ukraine,” Penn had added, on the verge of tears. The Russo-Ukrainian War has claimed thousands of lives of combatants and civilians on both sides.

Sean Penn’s documentary on Russia-Ukraine conflict 'Superpower' to premiere at Berlinale 2023

<p>Actor-director Sean Penn recently visited the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and met President Volodymyr Zelensky. The actor also presented one of his Oscar trophies to Zelensky. Penn, who is also an activist and a proponent of many political and social causes around the world, has been a passionate supporter of Ukraine in the country's ongoing war against Russia. When the current war broke out in February this year, he was in Ukraine filming a documentary in association with VICE Studios on the Russian aggression against the Eastern European nation. He was forced to flee, the country and joined Ukrainians on the exodus across the Polish border. Penn has earlier called Zelenskyy his "great friend".&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Sean Penn has given his Oscar to Ukraine - <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ZelenskyyUa</a><br />
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It is an honor for us. <a href="https://t.co/vx2UfEVTds">pic.twitter.com/vx2UfEVTds</a></p>
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<p>The actor is a two-time Academy Award winner. Both his trophies came in the Best Actor category. He won his first Oscar for 2003's 'Mystic River' and the&nbsp;second for 2008's&nbsp;'Milk'.</p>

<p>As Penn presented the Oscar to Zelenskyy, he said, "This is for you. It's just a symbolic silly thing, but if I know this is here with you then I'll feel better and stronger for the fight. When you win, bring it back to Malibu. I'll feel much better knowing a piece of me is here."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Our true friend Sean Penn came to Kyiv. I thanked him for the lasting support of 🇺🇦 in the fight against RF.<br />
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Sean brought his Oscar statuette and gave it to <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ZelenskyyUa</a> as a symbol of faith in Ukraine's victory. We visited the Alley of Courage in Kyiv Constitution Square. <a href="https://t.co/sMjKQUUoKa">pic.twitter.com/sMjKQUUoKa</a></p>
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<p>Zelensky was also an actor and a comedian before he made his entry into politics.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier this year, in an interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper, Penn had praised Zelensky. He contrasted Zelensky's outlook before the Russian invasion and on the day of the invasion saying he felt he was in “the presence of something that was new to the modern world in terms of courage and dignity…. and love that comes out of the man.”</p>

<p>“This is an extraordinary moment. The way he has unified that country. And I think Mr Putin certainly paved the way for that. I was endlessly impressed and moved by him and terrified for him and for Ukraine,” Penn had added, on the verge of tears.</p>

<p>The Russo-Ukrainian War has claimed thousands of lives of combatants and civilians on both sides.</p>

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Actor-director Sean Penn recently visited the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and met President Volodymyr Zelensky. The actor also presented one of his Oscar trophies to Zelensky.

Actor-director Sean Penn recently visited the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and met President Volodymyr Zelensky. The actor also presented one of his Oscar trophies to Zelensky. Penn, who is also an activist and a proponent of many political and social causes around the world, has been a passionate supporter of Ukraine in the country's ongoing war against Russia. When the current war broke out in February this year, he was in Ukraine filming a documentary in association with VICE Studios on the Russian aggression against the Eastern European nation. He was forced to flee, the country and joined Ukrainians on the exodus across the Polish border. Penn has earlier called Zelenskyy his "great friend". Sean Penn has given his Oscar to Ukraine - @ZelenskyyUa Thank you, sir! It is an honor for us. pic.twitter.com/vx2UfEVTds — Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) November 8, 2022 × The actor is a two-time Academy Award winner. Both his trophies came in the Best Actor category. He won his first Oscar for 2003's 'Mystic River' and the second for 2008's 'Milk'. As Penn presented the Oscar to Zelenskyy, he said, "This is for you. It's just a symbolic silly thing, but if I know this is here with you then I'll feel better and stronger for the fight. When you win, bring it back to Malibu. I'll feel much better knowing a piece of me is here." Our true friend Sean Penn came to Kyiv. I thanked him for the lasting support of 🇺🇦 in the fight against RF. Sean brought his Oscar statuette and gave it to @ZelenskyyUa as a symbol of faith in Ukraine's victory. We visited the Alley of Courage in Kyiv Constitution Square. pic.twitter.com/sMjKQUUoKa — Andriy Yermak (@AndriyYermak) November 8, 2022 × Zelensky was also an actor and a comedian before he made his entry into politics. Earlier this year, in an interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper, Penn had praised Zelensky. He contrasted Zelensky's outlook before the Russian invasion and on the day of the invasion saying he felt he was in “the presence of something that was new to the modern world in terms of courage and dignity…. and love that comes out of the man.” “This is an extraordinary moment. The way he has unified that country. And I think Mr Putin certainly paved the way for that. I was endlessly impressed and moved by him and terrified for him and for Ukraine,” Penn had added, on the verge of tears. The Russo-Ukrainian War has claimed thousands of lives of combatants and civilians on both sides.

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<p>Hollywood actors Ben Stiller &amp; Sean Penn are one of the celebrities, who have continuously&nbsp;voiced their support for the war-torn country Ukraine&nbsp;ever since the Russian invasion began in February this year. Now, as a result, Russia has imposed a permanent&nbsp;ban on the two prominent personalities.<br />
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On Monday, the foreign ministry of Russia released a new list of US citizens who are no longer welcome in&nbsp;the country. The 25-member list mainly has politicians, business moguls, and industrialists, among others.&nbsp;<br />
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As per&nbsp;reports, this move comes after U.S. President Joe Biden's sanctions against Russia.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>For the unversed, Sean and Ben are not the first Hollywood actors who got banned from Russia. Earlier in May, Russia released a long list of US-esteemed&nbsp;personalities who got&nbsp;permanently banned from entering the country.<br />
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The list banned 1,000&nbsp;USA citizens including President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, Facebook owner Mark Zuckerberg and even Hollywood veteran actor Morgan Freeman.<br />
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Penn and Stiller have continuously shown&nbsp;their solidarity with&nbsp;Ukraine amid the Russian Invasion. Talking about Penn, he was in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv for a documentary when the Russian invasion began.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He again visited the country in June and met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for his upcoming documentary on war.&nbsp;<br />
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“From the first day of the full-scale invasion, he was in Kyiv and saw with his own eyes what Russian aggression is,” Zelensky wrote on his Telegram channel via NYP. “The whole world will soon be able to see the whole truth about the war thanks to his film. Sean, thank you for the support of our state and our people!”<br />
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In recent months, Penn has been using every possible&nbsp;platform to raise funds and provide education and shelter for refugees.<br />
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Hollywood actor and producer Ben visited the war-torn country in June as a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador and met Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He also called him his 'hero'.</p>

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Hollywood actors Ben Stiller & Sean Penn are one of the celebrities, who have continuously voiced their support for the war-torn country Ukraine ever since the Russian invasion began in February this year.

Hollywood actors Ben Stiller & Sean Penn are one of the celebrities, who have continuously voiced their support for the war-torn country Ukraine ever since the Russian invasion began in February this year. Now, as a result, Russia has imposed a permanent ban on the two prominent personalities. On Monday, the foreign ministry of Russia released a new list of US citizens who are no longer welcome in the country. The 25-member list mainly has politicians, business moguls, and industrialists, among others. As per reports, this move comes after U.S. President Joe Biden's sanctions against Russia. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sean Penn (@seanpenn) × For the unversed, Sean and Ben are not the first Hollywood actors who got banned from Russia. Earlier in May, Russia released a long list of US-esteemed personalities who got permanently banned from entering the country. The list banned 1,000 USA citizens including President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, Facebook owner Mark Zuckerberg and even Hollywood veteran actor Morgan Freeman. Penn and Stiller have continuously shown their solidarity with Ukraine amid the Russian Invasion. Talking about Penn, he was in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv for a documentary when the Russian invasion began. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ben Stiller (@benstiller) × He again visited the country in June and met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for his upcoming documentary on war. “From the first day of the full-scale invasion, he was in Kyiv and saw with his own eyes what Russian aggression is,” Zelensky wrote on his Telegram channel via NYP. “The whole world will soon be able to see the whole truth about the war thanks to his film. Sean, thank you for the support of our state and our people!” In recent months, Penn has been using every possible platform to raise funds and provide education and shelter for refugees. Hollywood actor and producer Ben visited the war-torn country in June as a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador and met Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He also called him his 'hero'. (With inputs from the agency)

Russia permanently bans Hollywood stars Ben Stiller and Sean Penn over their Ukraine support

<p>Would you believe Sean Penn once considered joining Ukraine’s resistance against Russia.</p>

<p>At the inaugural edition of a magazine, Sean Penn said, “I was at the gas station in Brentwood the other day and I’m now thinking about taking up arms against Russia? What the fuck is going on?”</p>

<p>Sean Penn was in Ukraine filming a documentary when Russia invaded the country. He revealed he’d met the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Zoom two years ago, “early on in the pandemic.” “We first started discussing a potential documentary about his country that wasn’t focused particularly on the war,” the actor said.</p>

<p>&nbsp;“And since then there’s been a lot of exchanges between us. Then I went and met him face to face the day before the invasion. And I was with him during the invasion, on day one.”</p>

<p>“The only possible reason for me staying in Ukraine longer last time would’ve been for me to be holding a rifle, probably without body armour, because as a foreigner, you would want to give that body armour to one of the civilian fighters who doesn’t have it or to a fighter with more skills than I have, or to a younger man or woman who could fight for longer or whatever. So, where I am in life is short of doing that, but if you’ve been in Ukraine [fighting] has to cross your mind. And you kind of think what century is this?”</p>

<p>Sean Penn, meanwhile,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-hollywood-star-sean-penn-flees-ukraine-on-foot-with-thousands-of-refugees-458046">fled the country</a> with thousands of refugees finding a safe haven in Poland amid Russia-Ukraine humanitarian crisis.&nbsp;</p>


Would you believe Sean Penn once considered joining Ukraine’s resistance against Russia. At the inaugural edition of a magazine, Sean Penn said, “I was at the gas station in Brentwood the other day and I’m now thinking about taking up arms against Russia?

Would you believe Sean Penn once considered joining Ukraine’s resistance against Russia. At the inaugural edition of a magazine, Sean Penn said, “I was at the gas station in Brentwood the other day and I’m now thinking about taking up arms against Russia? What the fuck is going on?” Sean Penn was in Ukraine filming a documentary when Russia invaded the country. He revealed he’d met the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Zoom two years ago, “early on in the pandemic.” “We first started discussing a potential documentary about his country that wasn’t focused particularly on the war,” the actor said. “And since then there’s been a lot of exchanges between us. Then I went and met him face to face the day before the invasion. And I was with him during the invasion, on day one.” “The only possible reason for me staying in Ukraine longer last time would’ve been for me to be holding a rifle, probably without body armour, because as a foreigner, you would want to give that body armour to one of the civilian fighters who doesn’t have it or to a fighter with more skills than I have, or to a younger man or woman who could fight for longer or whatever. So, where I am in life is short of doing that, but if you’ve been in Ukraine [fighting] has to cross your mind. And you kind of think what century is this?” Sean Penn, meanwhile, fled the country with thousands of refugees finding a safe haven in Poland amid Russia-Ukraine humanitarian crisis.

Sean Penn once considered fighting against Russia on behalf of Ukraine

<p>Sean Penn is backing Amy Schumer's idea of having Zelensky at the Oscars ceremony.&nbsp;<br />
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There has been a lot of buzz around Ukraine's President&nbsp;Zelensky <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ukrainian-president-zelensky-to-appear-at-the-oscars-heres-what-we-know-so-far-465640">attending </a>the Oscars, and now Penn is calling on Hollywood to Boycott the star-studded ceremony if Zelensky is not allowed to appear at the event.&nbsp;<br />
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Penn made the controversial remark in an interview with CNN host Jim Acosta on Saturday, a day ahead of the awards ceremony.</p>

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During the interview, Penn, the two-time Oscar-winning gave a message to the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences and threatened them that he will smash his two Oscar statues in the public if the 2022 event snubs Ukraine's president.&nbsp;<br />
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“I would encourage everyone involved to know, though it may be their moment, and I understand that, to celebrate their films, it is so much more their moment to shine and to protest and to boycott that Academy Awards,” the controversial actor said in an appearance on CNN Saturday afternoon.<br />
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''I myself, if it comes back to it, when I return, I will smelt mine in public,” Sean said.</p>

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He continued, “I pray that’s not what happened. I pray there have not been arrogant people who consider themselves representatives of the greater good who have decided not to check in with leadership in Ukraine. So I’m going to hope that’s not what happened, and I hope everyone walks out if it is.”<br />
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Penn was in the Ukrainian capital to shoot a documentary after the Russian invasion began, he has been constantly working and providing education and shelter for refugees in Poland.<br />
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Over the past month, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has made several appearances at different world platforms and raised the concern to end Russia's invasion as per the reports he has been in talks with the Academy to make a video appearance during Sunday’s broadcast of the Oscars ceremony.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Academy officials are still debating on the Ukrainian president's appearance on the show, as they are concerned over Oscars becoming politicised as the Russian invasion of Ukraine rages on. However, Academy officials are still debating on the Ukrainian president's appearance on the show, as they are concerned over Oscars becoming politicised as the Russian invasion of Ukraine rages on.</p>

<p>So far, neither Zelensky's office nor the Academy, have formally commented on the claims, but ABC, which is broadcasting the show, is said to be in favour of Zelensky making a statement at the event.&nbsp;</p>


Sean Penn is backing Amy Schumer's idea of having Zelensky at the Oscars ceremony. There has been a lot of buzz around Ukraine's President Zelensky attending the Oscars, and now Penn is calling on Hollywood to Boycott the star-studded ceremony if Zelensky is not allowed to appear at the event.

Sean Penn is backing Amy Schumer's idea of having Zelensky at the Oscars ceremony. There has been a lot of buzz around Ukraine's President Zelensky attending the Oscars, and now Penn is calling on Hollywood to Boycott the star-studded ceremony if Zelensky is not allowed to appear at the event. Penn made the controversial remark in an interview with CNN host Jim Acosta on Saturday, a day ahead of the awards ceremony. Oscars 2022: Five things to watch at this year's awards ceremony During the interview, Penn, the two-time Oscar-winning gave a message to the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences and threatened them that he will smash his two Oscar statues in the public if the 2022 event snubs Ukraine's president. “I would encourage everyone involved to know, though it may be their moment, and I understand that, to celebrate their films, it is so much more their moment to shine and to protest and to boycott that Academy Awards,” the controversial actor said in an appearance on CNN Saturday afternoon. ''I myself, if it comes back to it, when I return, I will smelt mine in public,” Sean said. Did you know there's only one person named 'Oscar' who has won an Oscar He continued, “I pray that’s not what happened. I pray there have not been arrogant people who consider themselves representatives of the greater good who have decided not to check in with leadership in Ukraine. So I’m going to hope that’s not what happened, and I hope everyone walks out if it is.” Penn was in the Ukrainian capital to shoot a documentary after the Russian invasion began, he has been constantly working and providing education and shelter for refugees in Poland. Over the past month, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has made several appearances at different world platforms and raised the concern to end Russia's invasion as per the reports he has been in talks with the Academy to make a video appearance during Sunday’s broadcast of the Oscars ceremony. However, Academy officials are still debating on the Ukrainian president's appearance on the show, as they are concerned over Oscars becoming politicised as the Russian invasion of Ukraine rages on. However, Academy officials are still debating on the Ukrainian president's appearance on the show, as they are concerned over Oscars becoming politicised as the Russian invasion of Ukraine rages on. So far, neither Zelensky's office nor the Academy, have formally commented on the claims, but ABC, which is broadcasting the show, is said to be in favour of Zelensky making a statement at the event.

Sean Penn calls for Oscars boycott if Zelenskyy not invited to speak, vows to 'smelt' his trophies

<p>Sean Penn has reportedly tested positive for Covid shortly after his return from war-torn Ukraine where he was shooting a documentary, but here's the small update that he&nbsp;doesn’t have&nbsp;Covid, after all.<br />
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The 61-year-old had been due to attend the Director’s Guild of America Awards on Saturday but was missing from the event.&nbsp;Later, it was director Paul Thomas Anderson, who on stage revealed that he's tested positive for the virus. Penn was scheduled to present Anderson with DGA medallion for directing the Oscar-nominated movie ‘Licorice Pizza’, which also features the actor in a cameo.<br />
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“Sean tested positive for COVID, which is kind of crazy considering what he’s done for all of us,” Anderson said. “Like a World War I veteran coming home, slipping on a step. So, it’s a drag not to have him here. It’s a pleasure to work with him and all the actors. It’s the best part of this job that we all have.”<br />
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However, on Sunday morning, a rep for Penn told The Hollywood Reporter that it may have been a false positive, however. She added that ''Penn was never symptomatic and he tested negative today, 48 hours after being tested in preparation for attending the DGA Awards.''<br />
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As per reports, Penn did a test while he was preparing for attending the DGAs, where the ceremony required attendees to show proof of vaccination and a negative Covid test result. '<br />
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Talking about Penn's place, his ex-wife Leila George appeared on-stage to present Paul with the award.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Penn recently got back from war-torn Ukraine where he had been filming a documentary on Ukraine during the first days of Russia’s invasion.</p>


Sean Penn has reportedly tested positive for Covid shortly after his return from war-torn Ukraine where he was shooting a documentary, but here's the small update that he doesn’t have Covid, after all.

Sean Penn has reportedly tested positive for Covid shortly after his return from war-torn Ukraine where he was shooting a documentary, but here's the small update that he doesn’t have Covid, after all. The 61-year-old had been due to attend the Director’s Guild of America Awards on Saturday but was missing from the event. Later, it was director Paul Thomas Anderson, who on stage revealed that he's tested positive for the virus. Penn was scheduled to present Anderson with DGA medallion for directing the Oscar-nominated movie ‘Licorice Pizza’, which also features the actor in a cameo. “Sean tested positive for COVID, which is kind of crazy considering what he’s done for all of us,” Anderson said. “Like a World War I veteran coming home, slipping on a step. So, it’s a drag not to have him here. It’s a pleasure to work with him and all the actors. It’s the best part of this job that we all have.” However, on Sunday morning, a rep for Penn told The Hollywood Reporter that it may have been a false positive, however. She added that ''Penn was never symptomatic and he tested negative today, 48 hours after being tested in preparation for attending the DGA Awards.'' As per reports, Penn did a test while he was preparing for attending the DGAs, where the ceremony required attendees to show proof of vaccination and a negative Covid test result. ' Talking about Penn's place, his ex-wife Leila George appeared on-stage to present Paul with the award. Meanwhile, Penn recently got back from war-torn Ukraine where he had been filming a documentary on Ukraine during the first days of Russia’s invasion.

Sean Penn possibly had a false positive Covid-19 test

<p>Hollywood actor Sean Penn had a series of tough days in Ukraine as he fled the country with thousands of refugees finding a safe haven in Poland amid Russia-Ukraine humanitarian crisis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He was in the city of Kyiv to film a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-sean-penn-visits-ukraine-to-make-documentary-on-russian-invasion-456249">documentary on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Sean posted a photo on Twitter of his whereabouts as the 61-year-old is seen wearing a backpack, lugging another on wheels with a beeline of cars stranded on the roads. Feeling Ukraine, the actor wrote, "Myself &amp; two colleagues walked miles to the Polish border after abandoning our car on the side of the road. Almost all the cars in this photo carry women &amp; children only, most without any sign of luggage, and a car their only possession of value."</p>

<p>Sean and his companion had to abandon their vehicle and cross border to Poland on foot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A spokesperson in Los Angeles was quoted in Reuters that Sean Penn had "made it out of Ukraine safely."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Sean Penn is among those who support Ukraine in Ukraine today. Our country is grateful to him for such a show of courage and honesty," the statement said.</p>

<p>In a statement last week, Sean praised the Ukrainian people as "historic symbols of courage" and called Ukraine "the tip of the spear for the democratic embrace of dreams." "If we allow it to fight alone, our soul as America is lost," he wrote.</p>

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Hollywood actor Sean Penn had a series of tough days in Ukraine as he fled the country with thousands of refugees finding a safe haven in Poland amid Russia-Ukraine humanitarian crisis.

Hollywood actor Sean Penn had a series of tough days in Ukraine as he fled the country with thousands of refugees finding a safe haven in Poland amid Russia-Ukraine humanitarian crisis. He was in the city of Kyiv to film a documentary on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis. Sean posted a photo on Twitter of his whereabouts as the 61-year-old is seen wearing a backpack, lugging another on wheels with a beeline of cars stranded on the roads. Feeling Ukraine, the actor wrote, "Myself & two colleagues walked miles to the Polish border after abandoning our car on the side of the road. Almost all the cars in this photo carry women & children only, most without any sign of luggage, and a car their only possession of value." Sean and his companion had to abandon their vehicle and cross border to Poland on foot. A spokesperson in Los Angeles was quoted in Reuters that Sean Penn had "made it out of Ukraine safely." "Sean Penn is among those who support Ukraine in Ukraine today. Our country is grateful to him for such a show of courage and honesty," the statement said. In a statement last week, Sean praised the Ukrainian people as "historic symbols of courage" and called Ukraine "the tip of the spear for the democratic embrace of dreams." "If we allow it to fight alone, our soul as America is lost," he wrote. Also read: Ashton Kutcher slams Russian media for 'lying', defends Ukraine Russian delegations banned from Cannes Film Festival amid Russia-Ukraine crisis

Hollywood star Sean Penn flees Ukraine 'on foot' with thousands of refugees

<p>US actor and director Sean Penn is in Kyiv making a documentary about Russia's invasion, the Ukrainian president's office said Thursday.</p>

<p>The double Oscar-winner was photographed attending a government press conference in Kyiv, and could be seen meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky in a video posted to the Ukrainian president's official Instagram account.</p>

<p>"The director came to Kyiv specifically to record all the events taking place in Ukraine and as a documentary filmmaker to tell the world the truth about Russia's invasion of our country," said a post in Ukrainian on the presidential office's Facebook page.</p>

<p>"Today, Sean Penn is among those who support Ukraine while being in Ukraine. Our country is grateful to him for such a display of courage and honesty."</p>

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<p>The post added that "Penn demonstrates the kind of courage that many others, including Western politicians, lack."</p>

<p>Penn, who previously visited Ukraine and met with military staff in November, spoke with journalists and soldiers and "saw how we defend our country," the president's office said.</p>

<p>The 61-year-old star of "Milk" and "Mystic River" is making a documentary for Vice Studios, according to NBC News.</p>

<p>Neither Vice nor Penn's representatives immediately responded to AFP's requests for comment.</p>

<p>His latest visit comes as invading Russian forces pressed deep into Ukraine, with battles raging on the outskirts of Kyiv, and missiles and shells raining down on multiple Ukrainian cities.</p>

<p>Penn has previously attracted controversy as a result of his foray into politics and current affairs, especially after he and Mexican-American actress Kate del Castillo interviewed Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman while he was on the run.</p>

<p>In 2018, Penn was reported to be in Turkey making an as-yet-unreleased documentary about the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in the kingdom's consulate.</p>

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US actor and director Sean Penn is in Kyiv making a documentary about Russia's invasion, the Ukrainian president's office said Thursday. The double Oscar-winner was photographed attending a government press conference in Kyiv, and could be seen meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky in a video posted to the Ukrainian president's official Instagram account.

US actor and director Sean Penn is in Kyiv making a documentary about Russia's invasion, the Ukrainian president's office said Thursday. The double Oscar-winner was photographed attending a government press conference in Kyiv, and could be seen meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky in a video posted to the Ukrainian president's official Instagram account. "The director came to Kyiv specifically to record all the events taking place in Ukraine and as a documentary filmmaker to tell the world the truth about Russia's invasion of our country," said a post in Ukrainian on the presidential office's Facebook page. "Today, Sean Penn is among those who support Ukraine while being in Ukraine. Our country is grateful to him for such a display of courage and honesty." Also read: Ukrainians, please forgive me! Russian actress Irina Starshenbaum on Russia-Ukraine conflict The post added that "Penn demonstrates the kind of courage that many others, including Western politicians, lack." Penn, who previously visited Ukraine and met with military staff in November, spoke with journalists and soldiers and "saw how we defend our country," the president's office said. The 61-year-old star of "Milk" and "Mystic River" is making a documentary for Vice Studios, according to NBC News. Neither Vice nor Penn's representatives immediately responded to AFP's requests for comment. His latest visit comes as invading Russian forces pressed deep into Ukraine, with battles raging on the outskirts of Kyiv, and missiles and shells raining down on multiple Ukrainian cities. Penn has previously attracted controversy as a result of his foray into politics and current affairs, especially after he and Mexican-American actress Kate del Castillo interviewed Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman while he was on the run. In 2018, Penn was reported to be in Turkey making an as-yet-unreleased documentary about the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in the kingdom's consulate. Also read: Ukraine-Russia conflict: Stephen King, Piers Morgan & other celebs react

Sean Penn visits Ukraine to make documentary on Russian invasion

<p>Actor Sean Penn and Leila George <a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/hollywood/news-Sean-Penn-marries-girlfriend-Leila-George-in-a-secret-ceremony-317588">marriage&nbsp;</a>is&nbsp;coming to an end.<br />
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Reportedly, Australian actress Leila has filed for divorce after one year of marriage. As per TMZ, she has filed divorce docs&nbsp;in Los Angeles County Superior Court,&nbsp;according to online records.</p>

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It’s not clear what led to the split. The couple started dating back in 2016 and they tied the knot in July 2020 during the pandemic in a private ceremony with only a few loved ones present.<br />
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For the unversed, George is the daughter of actors Vincent D'Onofrio and Greta Scacchi.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-golden-globes-still-on-despite-nbc-dropping-the-awards-show-421192" hreflang="en">Golden Globes still on, despite NBC dropping the awards show</a><br />
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This will be the third divorce for Sean, he was previously married to actress Robin Wright from 1996 to 2010 and his first marriage to Madonna lasted from 1985 to 1989.<br />
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Penn and Wright also share two children, Dylan Penn and Hopper Jack Penn.</p>


Actor Sean Penn and Leila George marriage is coming to an end. Reportedly, Australian actress Leila has filed for divorce after one year of marriage. As per TMZ, she has filed divorce docs in Los Angeles County Superior Court, according to online records.

Actor Sean Penn and Leila George marriage is coming to an end. Reportedly, Australian actress Leila has filed for divorce after one year of marriage. As per TMZ, she has filed divorce docs in Los Angeles County Superior Court, according to online records. Also read: Rapper Eve is expecting first child with husband Maximillion Cooper It’s not clear what led to the split. The couple started dating back in 2016 and they tied the knot in July 2020 during the pandemic in a private ceremony with only a few loved ones present. For the unversed, George is the daughter of actors Vincent D'Onofrio and Greta Scacchi. Also read: Golden Globes still on, despite NBC dropping the awards show This will be the third divorce for Sean, he was previously married to actress Robin Wright from 1996 to 2010 and his first marriage to Madonna lasted from 1985 to 1989. Penn and Wright also share two children, Dylan Penn and Hopper Jack Penn.

Sean Penn's wife Leila George files for divorce after a year of marriage

<p>Hollywood star Sean Penn has finally returned to the sets of ‘Gaslit’, Watergate limited series he stars in with Julia Roberts.</p>

<p>Sean Penn had earlier revealed in July that after working on his CORE organisation with COVID-19 testing and vaccinations, it was difficult for him to return to the set until everyone on the production had been vaccinated. He said it was in his good conscience to not put lives at risk.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sean took this decision after the highly contagious Delta variant started creating havoc in the world. It was during June-July that indoor mask-wearing and other precautions were implemented.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the time, Sean Penn stopped shooting for the series. Later on, the studio finally reached a compromise with him.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/scarlett-johansson-settles-dispute-with-disney-over-black-widow-movie-417240" hreflang="en">Scarlett Johansson settles dispute with Disney over 'Black Widow' movie</a></p>

<p>Now, ‘Gaslit’ crew is fully vaccinated. Gaslit’s studio, NBCUniversal, had just imposed mandatory vaccinations but limited them to “Zone A,” which constitutes the cast and those who come in close proximity. An email was sent to cast and crew Wednesday informing that an on-site clinic was made available to provide free Covid vaccinations, done by the same vendor offering vaccinations to NBCUniversal and production crews on the upper lot. The memo said several vaccine choices were available and that the vendor would be back in 21 days to administer a second dose, if necessary. The memo also asked members of the production to present evidence of vaccination to the Covid testing team when they show up for their next shift on the production.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The series is created by Robbie Pickering and Mr. Robot’s Sam Esmail. It is directed by Matt Ross.</p>


Hollywood star Sean Penn has finally returned to the sets of ‘Gaslit’, Watergate limited series he stars in with Julia Roberts. Sean Penn had earlier revealed in July that after working on his CORE organisation with COVID-19 testing and vaccinations, it was difficult for him to return to the set until everyone on the production had been vaccinated.

Hollywood star Sean Penn has finally returned to the sets of ‘Gaslit’, Watergate limited series he stars in with Julia Roberts. Sean Penn had earlier revealed in July that after working on his CORE organisation with COVID-19 testing and vaccinations, it was difficult for him to return to the set until everyone on the production had been vaccinated. He said it was in his good conscience to not put lives at risk. Sean took this decision after the highly contagious Delta variant started creating havoc in the world. It was during June-July that indoor mask-wearing and other precautions were implemented. At the time, Sean Penn stopped shooting for the series. Later on, the studio finally reached a compromise with him. Scarlett Johansson settles dispute with Disney over 'Black Widow' movie Now, ‘Gaslit’ crew is fully vaccinated. Gaslit’s studio, NBCUniversal, had just imposed mandatory vaccinations but limited them to “Zone A,” which constitutes the cast and those who come in close proximity. An email was sent to cast and crew Wednesday informing that an on-site clinic was made available to provide free Covid vaccinations, done by the same vendor offering vaccinations to NBCUniversal and production crews on the upper lot. The memo said several vaccine choices were available and that the vendor would be back in 21 days to administer a second dose, if necessary. The memo also asked members of the production to present evidence of vaccination to the Covid testing team when they show up for their next shift on the production. Saif Ali Khan confirms Ibrahim's Bollywood debut; read inside for details In ‘Gaslit’, Sean Penn plays Richard Nixon’s Attorney General John Mitchell, with Julia Roberts playing his wife Martha, in a drama inspired by the Slate podcast Slow Burn. 'Adipurush' vs 'Raksha Bandhan' to '83' vs 'Matrix 4': The upcoming clashes at the box office The series is created by Robbie Pickering and Mr. Robot’s Sam Esmail. It is directed by Matt Ross.

Sean Penn resumes shooting for 'Gaslit' after studio promises all crew vaccinated

<p>Hollywood actor Sean Penn is a vocal supporter of COVID-19 vaccine and thus insists that only vaccinated people be allowed to come watch his film ‘Flag Day’ in theatres. Adapted from Jennifer Vogel’s memoir ‘Flim-Flam Man: The True Story of My Father’s Counterfeit Life’, sees Sean Penn act alongside his daughter Dylan Penn. ‘Flag Day’ follows Vogel (Dylan Penn) across two decades as she comes of age while navigating a fraught relationship with her beloved, career criminal father.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As he appeared on Late Night chat show with Seth Meyers to promote his film, the actor said, “I’d ask, that as much as I want people to go to the theater, I really only want people who are vaccinated and safe for themselves and each other to go.”</p>

<p>Sean Penn is from an old school of thought in the OTT vs theatre debate and prefers watching movies in theatres but he also stands with the vaccination mandates. Earlier in July, Sen required everyone on the set of his upcoming series ‘Gaslit’ to be <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-sean-penn-refuses-to-return-to-work-on-‘gaslit’-demands-total-cast--crew-vaccination-399933">fully vaccinated.</a></p>

<p>The actor had earlier told a journo that being unvaccinated amid the Covid-19 pandemic is like “pointing a gun in somebody’s face.”</p>

<p>He also added, “The people who aren’t vaccinated probably aren’t interested in my movies anyway.”</p>

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Hollywood actor Sean Penn is a vocal supporter of COVID-19 vaccine and thus insists that only vaccinated people be allowed to come watch his film ‘Flag Day’ in theatres.

Hollywood actor Sean Penn is a vocal supporter of COVID-19 vaccine and thus insists that only vaccinated people be allowed to come watch his film ‘Flag Day’ in theatres. Adapted from Jennifer Vogel’s memoir ‘Flim-Flam Man: The True Story of My Father’s Counterfeit Life’, sees Sean Penn act alongside his daughter Dylan Penn. ‘Flag Day’ follows Vogel (Dylan Penn) across two decades as she comes of age while navigating a fraught relationship with her beloved, career criminal father. As he appeared on Late Night chat show with Seth Meyers to promote his film, the actor said, “I’d ask, that as much as I want people to go to the theater, I really only want people who are vaccinated and safe for themselves and each other to go.” Sean Penn is from an old school of thought in the OTT vs theatre debate and prefers watching movies in theatres but he also stands with the vaccination mandates. Earlier in July, Sen required everyone on the set of his upcoming series ‘Gaslit’ to be fully vaccinated. The actor had earlier told a journo that being unvaccinated amid the Covid-19 pandemic is like “pointing a gun in somebody’s face.” He also added, “The people who aren’t vaccinated probably aren’t interested in my movies anyway.” Also read: Elton John lands at Billboard Hot 100 after a gap of 20 years with Dua Lipa collab 'Cold Heart' Kanye West is serious about name change, files request to make it Ye

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