Charlie Sheen Opens Up About Experimenting With Men in His New Memoir and Netflix Documentary
Charlie Sheen has lived much of his life in the spotlight, but only now is he beginning to tell his story in full. For decades, he was the Hollywood bad boy, known for his wild lifestyle, controversies, and unforgettable roles on screen. But with his upcoming memoir The Book of Sheen and a companion Netflix documentary simply titled Charlie Sheen, he’s showing the world a side of himself that has been hidden for far too long. In these new projects, Sheen reveals not only the highs and lows of his fame but also deeply personal choices and experiences that shaped who he is today.
In a surprising and candid moment, Sheen explains that after years of being with women, he once decided to “flip the menu over” and explore experiences with men. He writes about this with honesty, saying it wasn’t about labels or trying to fit into a certain mold, but rather about curiosity and the human desire to understand oneself fully. For a man who spent years as the symbol of masculine bravado, the confession is raw and unexpected, but it also feels real in a way that fans haven’t seen from him before. Sheen insists that this wasn’t about scandal or rebellion, but about being truthful about the things he’s lived through.
For years, Sheen was trapped in the cycle of excess—money, fame, substances, and chaos. His downfall played out on live television and across the tabloids. His infamous “winning” era became meme-worthy but also showed just how much he was spiraling. Now, with the benefit of time and reflection, he admits that so much of his behavior came from fear and denial. He says he was always running—from his past, from his mistakes, and from the parts of himself he didn’t want the world to see. This memoir and documentary mark the first time he has stopped running. “I’m not going to run from my past, or let it own me. I’m going to own it,” he declares.
The honesty is striking because it’s not written to shock or grab headlines, but instead to reclaim his life story. Sheen has been portrayed by the media as reckless, unstable, and even dangerous at times. But in his own words, the tone shifts. He’s not asking for pity, nor is he trying to excuse the things he’s done. He’s simply admitting that he is human, flawed, and still learning. For many, this level of openness may change how he’s viewed. Instead of just a cautionary tale, Sheen is presenting himself as someone who has survived his own chaos and is ready to move forward.
The Netflix documentary also builds on this vulnerability by featuring those close to him—family, friends, and colleagues—who describe what it was like to watch him unravel and what it means to see him try to heal. His children, who were often caught in the storm of his behavior, also play a role in reminding him of why this honesty matters. It’s not only about the public knowing the truth but also about creating a legacy that his family can understand without shame.
In a culture where celebrities often hide behind carefully crafted images, Sheen’s approach is almost refreshing. He’s not pretending to be perfect or “fixed.” He’s admitting that life is complicated, messy, and often full of contradictions. Experimenting with men is just one chapter of his story, but it symbolizes a bigger theme: the freedom to stop hiding and finally tell the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable.
Charlie Sheen may never escape the shadow of his scandals, but through his book and film, he’s showing that he can reshape how his story is remembered. It’s not about erasing the past—it’s about facing it head-on and refusing to let it define the rest of his life. For someone who once seemed like he might not make it through his own chaos, that honesty is perhaps his biggest victory yet.
