
Friends: CBS Can Beg, Charlie Is 'Never' Coming Back

CBS and Warner Bros. finally tranquilized the elephant in the room Thursday, saying in a statement that "based on the totality of
Charlie Sheen's statement, conduct and condition" they were
shutting down production of 'Two and a Half Men,' TV's top comedy, for the remainder of the season. But if the goal is to one day welcome Charlie back to the top-rated show, sources close to the erratic actor tell me he wouldn't return to the set even if they begged.
"Charlie is furious that they have done this," a close friend of the actor tells me. "He has never been late for work, and what he does and says in his private life is none of [CBS's] business. He feels like they have made billions off him, and now they dare to pull his show just because they didn't like an interview he did."
I'm not defending Charlie, but it does seem bizarre that CBS was happy to turn a blind eye when their biggest actor was scaring porn stars and inhaling booze and drugs, but now that he has very publicly dissed his show's creator, Chuck Lorre ("a stupid, stupid little man and a p**sy punk"), production has been halted.
What's Next? PopEater and RadarOnline.com Talk It Through:
Charlie's most incendiary comments were made to TMZ when, talking about Lorre, he said, "That piece of s**t took money out of my pocket, my family's pocket, and, most importantly, my second family -- my crew's pocket. You can tell him one thing: I own him."
And with that, it seems Charlie has decided it's time to move on for good.
"At this moment he would never return to that show even if they begged him," another Charlie insider tells me. "He's given these fools the number one comedy on TV, and their feelings get hurt over a stupid radio interview. Nothing would get him back on that set. It's over. Done."
Well, he does have a little thing called a
contract, so we'll see about that. In the meantime, Charlie is already claiming that he's
taking his talents to HBO for an "epic" show called 'Sheen's Corner.' Not surprisingly, a rep from HBO tells
PopEater that there is
"no truth to this."
Sheen's buddy also tells me that the actor will start "making movies with superstars" again. 'Major League 3'!!!
On Tuesday, I
exclusively reported that
CBS finally had enough of Charlie and were having internal discussions about carrying on 'Two and a Half Men' without its biggest star.
"The big question is can the show survive without Charlie," an insider with direct knowledge of the talks told me. "Would the show take a big hit? Yes, but if they found the right person to replace him it would survive and maybe even grow."
What do you think? Would you watch 'Men' with a Charlie replacement? Should CBS just cut their losses and call it a day?
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(FILES): This March 12, 2009 file photo shows US actor Charlie Sheen during the unveiling of his star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame in Los Angeles. The producers of hit TV series "Two and a Half Men" canceled the show for the season Thursday, February 24, 2011 after a new outburst by troubled actor Sheen -- who promptly launched another tirade. CBS and Warner Brothers made the announcement after Sheen, who was briefly hospitalized last month following his latest reported booze and drugs-fueled partying mishap, denounced the show's co-creator Chuck Lorre. AFP PHOTO / Files / Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES - FILE: Executive Producer Chuck Lorre (L) and actor Charlie Sheen attend the panel discussion for "Two And A Half Men" during the CBS 2005 Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on July 20, 2005 in Beverly Hills, California. CBS television network announced on February 24, 2011 that it has canceled production of its sitcom, "Two and A Half Men", starring Charlie Sheen, Jon Cryer and Angus T. Jones, for the remainder of the season. The network and the show's creator have cited Sheen's public statements, conduct and condition for their decision. (Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)
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In this undated publicity image released by CBS, from left, Charlie Sheen, Angus T. Jones and Conchata Ferrell are shown during the taping of "Two and a Half Men," in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/CBS, Greg Gayne)
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FILE - In this July 20, 2005 file photo, actor Charlie Sheen, right, co-star of "Two and a Half Men," and Chuck Lorre, executive producer of the show, are shown during the CBS portion of the Television Critics Association press tour in Beverly Hills, Calif. (AP Photo/Nick Ut, file)
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FILE - This Jan. 28, 2009 file photo shows Charlie Sheen in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)
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Charlie Sheen just out of rehab wearing 250 000 dollars 1727 Babe Ruth World Series ring Feb 21, 2011 X17online.com EXCLUSIVE CALL FOR FEE MANDATORY
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Charlie Sheen just out of rehab wearing 250 000 dollars 1727 Babe Ruth World Series ring Feb 21, 2011 X17online.com EXCLUSIVE CALL FOR FEE MANDATORY
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Charlie Sheen just out of rehab wearing 250 000 dollars 1727 Babe Ruth World Series ring Feb 21, 2011 X17online.com EXCLUSIVE CALL FOR FEE MANDATORY
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Charlie Sheen just out of rehab wearing 250 000 dollars 1727 Babe Ruth World Series ring Feb 21, 2011 X17online.com EXCLUSIVE CALL FOR FEE MANDATORY
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Charlie Sheen just out of rehab wearing 250 000 dollars 1727 Babe Ruth World Series ring Feb 21, 2011 X17online.com EXCLUSIVE CALL FOR FEE MANDATORY
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great talent, great range of acting... add jerk, booze, and ego.. and all the talent is wasted. Theres a list of actors/actresses where their talent and fame go to their heads and they end up like Charlie (Eddie Murphy, Lindsay Lohan, etc). People end up not wanting to work with them. These people have power. they should be using it to help others. take any 5 great actors. Pool their money and resources and you could buy a country.
Yes, I would watch a new version without Sheen, but it must be good. I have to admit I was upset when M*A*S*H all but changed casts after several actors left after two seasons, but I like the later ones better. If it's done right, it could be done.
All the money in the world doesn't excuse behaving like a dispecable human being. If he was so worried about his crew on the show then maybe he should have started long ago behaving like a man and not a drug partying punk. Hanger-oners will stand by him until the well runs dry. But when the money is gone he will just be another drug addict bum. Then you will see EVERYONE scatter(ex-wives especially.)They are so-called standing behind him now. Why? For a paycheck.
You who are blameless cast the first stone! That probably means that no one else should be dissing Charlie! Blameless are you!
Somebody please put Charlie Sheen out of his misery!
He is a fool to turn off the CBS money spigot. He had a few good movies 25 years ago. Only Robert Downey Jr. could return from these depths of loserville. Sheen doesn't have his talent.I love this , So does My boyfriend .he is almost 11year older than me .i met him via agegapsin gles.c'om a nice place for seeking age le ss love.which gives you a chance to make your life better and open opportunities for you to meet the attractive young girls and treat you like a king. Maybe you wanna check it out or tell your friends.. Just love it
I think that Sheen should take whatever money he hasn't spent on booze and drugs and find an island and go waste his life there. He is ruining a good show with his primadona actions. Give us all a break and get out.
I totally agree. This quote really gets me "Charlie is furious that they have done this," a close friend of the actor tells me. "He has never been late for work, and what he does and says in his private life is none of [CBS's] business. He feels like they have made billions off him, and now they dare to pull his show just because they didn't like an interview he did."
Excuse me, but did he think CBS would put up with his crap fprever? Did he ever think CBS would say "Enough is enough!!" and let him go?
What an idot!!!!
What did this guy ever do to you? A tsunami? Really. The person he has caused the greatest harm is himself. He was on a hit show, making more money than anyone almost besides God, could have had anything money could buy. He probably had considerable creative control at work, at least two beautiful wives who continued to let him see his kids despite his ridiculous and dangerous antics and he chooses to throw it all away so he can be in an alcohol and drug induced stupor. Furthermore, at least at present no other producers will probably touch him with a ten foot pole and he apparently is so delusional/irrational he doesn't see it and instead thinks he's going to get a hit show on HBO. Don't you think he has been punished enough at his own hands? What do you want blood. What an American phenomenon, kicking the last breath out of people on their way down. Its not enough that the person has already crashed and burned, why don't we throw a but of gasoline on the fire for our own amusement.
He is a spoiled brat that gets his way all the time. He has gotten himself into this 'addiction'. He made the choice. I personally am DONE. Hollywood enables everyone of them.
He is ok . I dont care for his ridiculous show . I wish hm no ill will .
He is a fool to turn off the CBS money spigot. He had a few good movies 25 years ago. Only Robert Downey Jr. could return from these depths of loserville. Sheen doesn't have his talent.I love this , So does My boyfriend .he is almost 11year older than me .i met him via agegapsin gles.c'om a nice place for seeking age le ss love.which gives you a chance to make your life better and open opportunities for you to meet the attractive young girls and treat you like a king. Maybe you wanna check it out or tell your friends.. Just love it
Let him go. I can't stand listening to his excessive hate and bitterness. Why can't he be a nice guy? I think it is cool to be nice to everyone. You wouldn't want any trouble with anyone, but why be so bitter? Get rid of him.
I can only suggest that Charlie Sheen used my book to get sober and now he is in the throws of his brain rewiring itself. The book is called, "SOS Safely Obtaining Sobriety" by George Legacy. It is easy to find in a search. Charlie has big things still ahead for him. Anyone can benefit from my book. SOS Safely Obtaining Sobriety by George Legacy. It has a great human interest story included.
I have always like Charlie Sheen and I had hoped he had long gotten his demons under control. It is such a shame to see him go down this destructive road. His family and friends need to help him face reality; the fact that he is a total mess and needs help ASAP. He is an embarressment to his family, and disgrace to his children. The show should have been cancelled or revamped a long time ago when he began to go off the deep end. I wish him/his family the best; but I just see a tragedy waiting to happen.
who would want him back? Good riddance!
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I absolutely agree. HBO is really got it going on. First, they let a truly funny guy like Larry David and his hilarious show "Curb Your Enthusiasm" go and now sign an unfunny bum like Charlie Sheen. Just shows HBO isn't worth the energy spent to push the remote button.
HBO has said it has no plans for a show with Charlie Sheen.
Hey Dave, Curb Your Enthusiasm was not let go. Get your facts straight moron.
EXACTLEY JUST TOO THEM TOO LONG TO RECOGNIZE IT GOOD RIDDENCE