Early Life and Education of Sean Bean: A Complete Timeline
How education and upbringing influenced the life of Sean Bean. A timeline of key moments.
Sean Bean is a renowned English actor who gained prominence after graduating from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. He commenced his acting career in 1983 with Romeo and Juliet at The Watermill Theatre. He is known for retaining his Yorkshire accent. Bean achieved mainstream success through his portrayal of Richard Sharpe in the ITV series Sharpe, which aired between 1993 and 1997. Sharpe established Bean as a familiar face on British television.
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April 1981: Married Debra James
On April 11, 1981, Sean Bean married his secondary school sweetheart, Debra James.
October 1987: First daughter born
In October 1987, Sean Bean and Melanie Hill's first daughter was born.
1988: Divorced Debra James
In 1988, Sean Bean and Debra James were divorced.
February 1990: Married Melanie Hill
On February 27, 1990, Sean Bean married actress Melanie Hill, whom he met at RADA.
September 1991: Second daughter born
In September 1991, Sean Bean and Melanie Hill's second daughter was born.
August 1997: Divorced Melanie Hill
In August 1997, Sean Bean and Melanie Hill's marriage ended in divorce.
November 1997: Married Abigail Cruttenden
On November 22, 1997, Sean Bean married actress Abigail Cruttenden, whom he met during the filming of Sharpe.
1997: Received honorary doctorate from Sheffield Hallam University
In 1997, Sean Bean received an honorary doctorate from Sheffield Hallam University.
November 1998: Daughter born to Abigail Cruttenden
In November 1998, Sean Bean and Abigail Cruttenden's daughter was born.
July 2000: Divorced Abigail Cruttenden
In July 2000, Sean Bean and Abigail Cruttenden divorced.
2001: Opened Sheffield United Hall of Fame
In 2001, Sean Bean, a long-time fan of Sheffield United, opened their Hall of Fame.
2002: Joined Sheffield United Board of Directors
In 2002, Sean Bean joined the board of directors of Sheffield United after making a significant financial contribution.
July 2007: Received Doctor of Letters from the University of Sheffield
In July 2007, Sean Bean received a Doctor of Letters in English Literature from the University of Sheffield.
2007: Stepped down from Sheffield United Board of Directors
In 2007, Sean Bean stepped down from the Sheffield United Board of Directors to return to being a regular supporter.
January 2008: Cancelled Wedding
In January 2008, Sean Bean and Georgina Sutcliffe cancelled their planned wedding on the eve of the ceremony for "personal reasons".
February 2008: Married Georgina Sutcliffe
On February 19, 2008, Sean Bean married Georgina Sutcliffe at the Marylebone Town Hall in London.
August 2010: Separation Announced
On August 6, 2010, Sean Bean and Georgina Sutcliffe's separation was announced.
December 2010: Decree Nisi Granted
On December 21, 2010, a decree nisi was granted for Sean Bean and Georgina Sutcliffe's divorce.
2015: Expressed support for Jeremy Corbyn
In 2015, Sean Bean expressed his support for Jeremy Corbyn and "old Labour", also stating his admiration for Tony Benn.
June 2017: Married Ashley Moore
On June 30, 2017, Sean Bean married Ashley Moore.
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