Shaun Mark Bean, known professionally as Sean Bean, is a British television, theatre, and film actor renowned for his versatility and intense character portrayals. He achieved widespread recognition for his role as Richard Sharpe in the long-running ITV series Sharpe. Bean gained further international acclaim through his performances in major productions such as Game of Thrones, where he played Eddard "Ned" Stark, and the BBC drama Accused. His film and television credits span multiple genres, highlighting his range and enduring popularity in both British and international media.
Sean Bean has been married five times. His first marriage was to his high school sweetheart, Debra James, in 1981. The couple divorced in 1988. In 1990, Bean married actress Melanie Hill, with whom he has two daughters. This marriage ended in 1997. That same year, he married actress Abigail Cruttenden, and they welcomed a daughter together. The couple divorced in 2000.
Bean’s fourth marriage was to Georgina Sutcliffe in 2008. The couple had initially begun dating in 2006 and got engaged, though their wedding was postponed before ultimately taking place the same year. The marriage ended in 2010. In 2017, Bean married Ashley Moore, marking his fifth marriage. He had begun dating Moore in 2013, and the couple’s relationship has been largely kept private.
During his marriage to Georgina Sutcliffe, media reports emerged in 2009 about alleged domestic disturbances. Authorities were reportedly called to their residence on three occasions. In 2010, the couple formally separated. Shortly thereafter, there were claims that Bean made repeated phone calls and sent unwanted messages to Sutcliffe, resulting in a brief arrest. No charges were made public, and both parties have refrained from detailing the incident extensively in the media.
The relationship between Sean Bean and Georgina Sutcliffe attracted considerable tabloid attention due to its turbulent nature. The couple reportedly attempted a reconciliation trip to Rome, where they were seen enjoying quality time. However, media outlets later reported that the relationship deteriorated again amidst claims of infidelity and strained interactions. According to some sources, a photographed incident in which Bean was seen kissing another woman was among the final incidents that influenced the decision to divorce. Friends of the couple suggested that the relationship had been unstable for some time.
Details regarding the legal proceedings, separation settlements, or alimony from Bean’s various divorces have not been disclosed to the public. Such information remains unavailable in public records or online sources. Despite previously stating he would not pursue marriage again, Bean began dating Ashley Moore in 2013 and eventually married her in 2017.
Bean’s separation from his first wife, Debra James, coincided with his move to London to attend the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), where he met Melanie Hill. Though his early relationships received minimal public attention, later unions—particularly with Georgina Sutcliffe—were more widely covered by media. Notably, except for Sutcliffe, Bean’s former spouses have largely refrained from commenting publicly about their relationships with the actor.
| Birth Date: | 17 Apr, 1959 |
| Age: | 61 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Handsworth |
| residence: | Sheffield |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | English actor |
| Net Worth 2021: | 20 million |
