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Sean Penn Says He Was ‘Conned’ by Putin
Sean Penn recalls being misled by Vladimir Putin during a 2001 dinner and has since become a vocal supporter of Ukraine, highlighting Putin's aggressive tactics including kidnapping 30,000 children, Penn said.
- Sean Penn, the Oscar-winning actor and director, said he was conned by Vladimir Putin after their 2001 dinner in Moscow.
- Penn’s reflections came in the wake of Russia launching a large-scale military offensive against Ukraine in early 2022, which intensified his vocal advocacy for the Ukrainian cause.
- Penn described Putin as willing to kidnap 30,000 children, murder many people, and teach hatred toward their parents and country during the conflict.
- In September 2022, Russia banned Penn from entering the country due to his vocal criticism and support for Ukraine, as announced by their Foreign Ministry.
- Penn's statements and documentary on the war underscore ongoing tensions and suggest continued international scrutiny of Putin's actions and the need for support to Ukraine.
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More than 20 years ago, Hollywood stars Sean Penn and Jack Nicholson met the Russian president. He thought that there was something real in Vladimir Putin, now Penn admits.
Sean Penn says he was ‘conned’ by Putin
Actor Sean Penn reflected on meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in a Thursday interview with late night host Jimmy Kimmel amid rising tensions in eastern Europe. Penn and Putin crossed paths during the Moscow International Film Festival in 2001 during a dinner with approximately 20 people, including actor Jack Nicholson. “I can time-capsule it for…
Sean Penn Reveals What He and Vladimir Putin Talked About When They Once Shared a Meal: 'I Was Conned'
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The Independent (US)Sean Penn says he was ‘conned’ by Putin in first meeting
Oscar winner met Russian president for the first time in 2001 at the Moscow Film Festival premiere of his film ‘The Pledge’
Sean Penn recalls conversation with Vladimir Putin, says he was 'conned'
Sean Penn opened up about his conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a meal they shared together.During an interview for Jimmy Kimmel Live on September 11, 2025, the 65-year-old actor revealed that he was “conned”...
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