Michael Sheen: 'Not-for-Profit' Actor Gives Away Nearly All His Fortune

Actor Michael Sheen has revealed he has given away "pretty much all" of his money, describing himself as a "not-for-profit" individual. The 57-year-old stated that his perspective on wealth was shaped in his teenage years, leading him to prioritize having enough to live comfortably with his family over material possessions.

Sheen, known for his roles in "Celebrity Traitors," "Staged," and "Good Omens," shared that he lives in Wales again and is participating in more theater work. He noted that while he has been fortunate to earn a substantial amount of money, he has intentionally or unintentionally donated nearly all of it.

"I want to make sure my family are all right and we've got a roof over our heads and all the rest of it, but I do feel the same way at 57 as I did at 18 about this," Sheen told Saga Magazine. He added that life at 57 is better than at 18, particularly due to his experiences as a parent. He also expressed having the same ambition but without the former insecurities, allowing for greater generosity and a less obtrusive approach to engaging with others' experiences.

Previously, Sheen used his earnings to fund a homelessness project and anonymously paid off strangers' debts with £100,000.

In a separate segment of "Celebrity Traitors," comedian Joe Lycett was banished from the show after his attempts to be recruited as a traitor backfired. Lycett's slip-up during a roundtable discussion, where he revealed details that implied a recruitment had taken place, led to him receiving the majority of votes. Despite his efforts, Lycett remained a Faithful. Fellow contestant Miranda Hart expressed her inability to vote against Lycett, citing emotional reasons.