This article has been updated to reflect CBS' joint announcement with Warner Bros. Television on Friday.
After months of much speculation, Charlie Sheen's 'Two and a Half Men' replacement has finally been selected and it's not Hugh Grant. CBS and Warner Bros. Television confirmed on Friday that Ashton Kutcher has landed the plum role of the lead star in CBS's comedy hit.
"I can't wait to get to work with this ridiculously talented 2.5 team and I believe we can fill the stage with laughter that will echo in viewers' homes," Kutcher said in press release about the move. "I can't replace Charlie Sheen but I'm going to work my ass off to entertain the hell out of people!"
Chuck Lorre, creator and executive producer of the show, also chimed with praise for the film and TV star. "We are so lucky to have someone as talented, joyful and just plain remarkable as Ashton joining our family," Lorre said in the CBS-Warner Bros' annnouncement. "Added to that is the deep sigh of relief knowing that our family stays together. If I was any happier, it'd be illegal."
The Hollywood Reporter was first to report the casting on Thursday night. Sources also said Kutcher is set to get a "huge payday" for joining the show, but no word on the actual amount. According to TMZ sources, Kutcher will be making between $625,000 - $900,000 per episode. Sheen's base salary was $1.25 million an episode.
Kutcher added fuel to the casting fire Thursday night, when he cryptically tweeted, "What's the square root of 6.25?" The answer, it turns out, is 2.5.
In the casting announcement, WB TV boss Peter Roth called Kutcher a "big-time talent whose unique style will blend seamlessly with Jon Cryer, Angus T. Jones and the rest of this terrific ensemble."
'Two and a Half Men' producer and Charlie Sheen-nemesis, Chuck Lorre, has reportedly put together a clever storyline for Kutcher. "It's really funny," one source said. "People are going to love it."
The role will mark Kutcher's first regular series acting gig since his star-making turn on 'That 70's Show.' The 33-year-old actor has been doing movies and executive producing TV shows like MTV's 'Punk'd' since the FOX series ended in 2006.
Jon Hamm, star of the hit series "Mad Men", is spotted filming scenes for the upcoming season. Jon was all smiles while filming in a red, vintage Imperial convertible.
Well...there goes the show!! Too bad because I really enjoyed it. Guess it is like all the other great shows, they must end! No one can replace Charlie Sheen...he was AWSOME in that show!! It was his character that made all the others funny.
the show is over without charlie. I don't understand why everyone is upset by the way he is in real life he is the same as his life in the show. That is what makes the show. No one else is going to be able to step in and take his place. It was my favorite show and I never missed it but I will not accept anyone else.
I'm 48 and I think Ashton is a good actor and very funny. I can't stand Charlie Sheen as a person. Ashton's story line is going to be different from Charlie's so he's not replacing Charlie's character. Plus, Charlie is very unattractive and gross looking. Ashton's a cutie.
You are so right as it is I would not even think of watching this show with Ashton I really can not stand him in other T.V. shows he has been on I just change and ratter watch sometime else. I known once he starts on two in half men it will not last. BIG BIG mistake it will never be the same.
Ashton Would Not Be A Good Replacement End The Show It Has Run It Course This Last Season Bit The Big One Was Not Funny At All The Writer Have Run Out Of Steam
The main reason that the show wasn't as good as previous years is because Charlie was losing. All you have to do is look at his physical well being and it is easy to tell that he was somewhere else. He looks like he aged 10 years in the last season. When someone as sick as he was(is) mentally and physically, there is no way he would be able to preform up to par. Not an excuse, just an observation. I think Ashton will be a good fit for the show.
Charlie Sheen has no acting abilities, but sure has a following for himself. I cannot believe he has any fans. Ashton Kutcher has done well in tv and movies and has to be better job.
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This article has been updated to reflect CBS' joint announcement with Warner Bros. Television on Friday.
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Are you kidding??? Charlie Sheen is a "Has Been".....and he is "LOSING!!" LMAO! He deserves everything he's "not" getting!
Well...there goes the show!! Too bad because I really enjoyed it. Guess it is like all the other great shows, they must end! No one can replace Charlie Sheen...he was AWSOME in that show!! It was his character that made all the others funny.
the show is over without charlie. I don't understand why everyone is upset by the way he is in real life he is the same as his life in the show. That is what makes the show. No one else is going to be able to step in and take his place. It was my favorite show and I never missed it but I will not accept anyone else.
They did just cancel the show.
Right on,I couldn't agree more. I won't watch it without Charlie.
Good choice!! Ill watch Ash & wish him well too. He is a great guy and funny too!!
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thumbs up to you lynn
how old are you?
i really love the show but now no way if you replace sheen the
show is done.
I'm 48 and I think Ashton is a good actor and very funny. I can't stand Charlie Sheen as a person. Ashton's story line is going to be different from Charlie's so he's not replacing Charlie's character. Plus, Charlie is very unattractive and gross looking. Ashton's a cutie.
You have to be kidding me?!?!? That is just the worst idea ever!
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You are so right as it is I would not even think of watching this show with Ashton I really can not stand him in other T.V. shows he has been on I just change and ratter watch sometime else.
I known once he starts on two in half men it will not last.
BIG BIG mistake it will never be the same.
Ashton Kutcher was HILARIOUS on "That 70s' Show", and is a great actor. Charlie Sheen is not. Bye Charlie. The violent torpedo of truth hits home.
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dumb lorre???isn"t that a girl troll?
one word... "Platoon"
Ashton Would Not Be A Good Replacement End The Show It Has Run It Course This Last Season Bit The Big One Was Not Funny At All The Writer Have Run Out Of Steam
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The main reason that the show wasn't as good as previous years is because Charlie was losing. All you have to do is look at his physical well being and it is easy to tell that he was somewhere else. He looks like he aged 10 years in the last season. When someone as sick as he was(is) mentally and physically, there is no way he would be able to preform up to par. Not an excuse, just an observation. I think Ashton will be a good fit for the show.
Charlie Sheen has no acting abilities, but sure has a following for himself. I cannot believe he has any fans. Ashton Kutcher has done well in tv and movies and has to be better job.
please God no.....
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Really!!! Might as well cancel the show now.
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