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March 7, 2011 11:29 PM

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Charlie Sheen fired, plans to sue for "bazillions"

By: Kevin Hayes
Topics: Daily Blotter

Charlie Sheen and Rachel Oberlin in a photo Sheen posted on Twitter with the caption "Choose your vice."

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(CBS/AP) NEW YORK - Charlie Sheen is reportedly planning to sue after being fired from "Two and a Half Men."

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Reached by TMZ for comment, Sheen said:

"This is very good news. They continue to be in breach, like so many whales. It is a big day of gladness at the Sober Valley Lodge because now I can take all of the bazillions, never have to look at whatshisc**k again and I never have to put on those silly shirts for as long as this warlock exists in the terrestrial dimension."

Warner Bros. Television released the news in a statement Monday, saying, "After careful consideration, Warner Bros. Television has terminated Charlie Sheen's services on 'Two and a Half Men' effective immediately."

The statement came two weeks after production was halted on the show and Sheen began a media blitz defending himself.

When production was halted, Sheen's lawyer fired off a letter to CBS and Warner Bros. Television, demanding that the actor be paid for the eight episodes remaining in the season. According to the letter released by RadarOnline.com, "Two and a Half Men" producer Chuck Lorre "disseminated outrageous insults and derogatory remarks" about the actor, and that Sheen simply responded to the "campaign of harrass[ment]."

Before that, the show had been on hiatus while Sheen sought treatment in rehab.

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by 1176894 March 8, 2011 11:02 AM EST: he needs someone to take charge of him,to commit him so he can get the help he so desperately needs,all the"yes people"that is surrounding is not helping him in any way,he is only hanging by a thread that is going to snap at any time,COMMIT him against his will if necessary,BUT get him some help,PLEASE; Reply to this comment


by akc87031 March 8, 2011 10:03 AM EST: What a disgrace to his family, career and especially himself!! Where will these "goddesses" be when the well runs dry? How ironic his character "art imitating life!" He could have been a well respected actor as his father is! Alcohol and drugs; he is a little too old to be partying that way!! His body is going to give out soon unless his heart does first!! It's going to be a long time before he will be able to be trusted in tinsel town again! He couldn't give rat's behind about his co-workers. Don't know if the show can do as well without Sheen though. Any good actor can play a womanizing drunk, however, Charlie was "playing" "real life" LOL!! TOO SAD!! Does he think he is being funny? We can laugh at what a fool he is and how stupid he looks and sounds because regardless of how much money he has HE IS LIKE ANYONE ELSE AND PEOPLE LIKE TO SEE PEOPLE FAIL!!

He is a circus act now but when the show is over and the tent taken down...where will all his followers be? It is too sad that he has chosen to ruin his career in such a way that he may not be able to recoup! Another Gary Busey! Sad!! Jeff Conway, John Belushi, River Phoenix, Heath Ledger......etc...............................

Charlie Sheen, you have a gift, a talent and I hope and pray that you will get the help you need while you are still young and strong!; Reply to this comment


by skithebumps March 8, 2011 8:47 AM EST: Does Charlie know that "bazillion" is not a real word? Yeah, maybe not.; Reply to this comment


by ellensmithee March 8, 2011 8:01 AM EST: What a shame. He's murdering the father of his children. But his tombstone can say, "World's First Bazillionaire".; Reply to this comment


by smitvict March 8, 2011 7:58 AM EST: Just go away. Nobody cares about you.; Reply to this comment


by Chuck_Lorre March 8, 2011 1:38 AM EST: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFqvLsbHiSw; Reply to this comment

by Decisis March 7, 2011 10:57 PM EST

with a big time connected hollywood attorney, charlie can get big money in this lawsuit--maybe $15-$30 mil, giving him even more cash for partying, drugs and porn stars!!! Party on charlie.

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by ellensmithee March 8, 2011 8:03 AM EST: He's not going to get anything for shutting down his show. Courts don't pay drug addicts to ruin businesses.


by jjgabd March 7, 2011 8:39 PM EST: Thank god! Its about time.; Reply to this comment

by lipstickLLC March 7, 2011 8:17 PM EST

Charlie does not have a case! He is only entitled to be paid for any work done, and get money for the reruns! any lawyer will tell you to keep your mouth shut! and keep a low profile! Breech of contract, can also go in favour of the Studio! If anything the cast and crew might be seeking legal remedys, as they are now out of work! The Studio could also sue for slander, and loss of income.Charlie might get EDI if he is not abusive to the claim agent.

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by ellensmithee March 8, 2011 8:05 AM EST: Hey Lipstick! Keep walking the streets! You know nothing about the law! You are a laugh riot. Where'd you get your law training? Skid row? I thought so.


by browniesanyone March 7, 2011 7:54 PM EST: yeah whatever, charlie. don't call us, we'll call you; Reply to this comment

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