Martin Sheen is 'Recovering Beautifully' From Heart Surgery

Martin Sheen underwent a successful quadruple bypass surgery on Thursday (December 17) but is recovering well, according to his son Emilio Estevez.

The 75-year-old actor underwent the proactive surgery surrounded by his family and a team of experienced doctors and Emilio says he is “recovering beautifully” and expected to be home for Christmas.

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He is also expected to be ready to film the third season of his Netflix series Grace and Frankie when production begins early next year.

“Martin extends a big thumbs up and a BIGGER heart felt “THANK YOU” for all your well wishes and prayers. He wants to wish you a very Merry Christmas and sends you all a mighty blessing!” Emilio wrote on the Facebook page for The Way, a 2010 movie he directed.