Many names were mentioned to replace Charlie Sheen on 'Two and a Half Men.' John Stamos, Rob Lowe, Jeremy Piven, and most recently, Hugh Grant. But today CBS has made it official, announcing that Ashton Kutcher will be Sheen's replacement next season.“We are so lucky to have someone as talented, joyful and just plain remarkable as Ashton joining our family," said Chuck Lorre, creator and executive producer of “Two and a Half Men.” "If I was any happier, it'd be illegal."
Reports surfaced Thursday night that the actor was the likely replacement. Kutcher even kind of confirmed the reports via his Twitter account, tweeting: “What’s the square root of 6.25? " (The answer being 2.5).
Today came his official statement: “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. I can't replace Charlie Sheen but I'm going to work my ass off to entertain the hell out of people!"
'Two and a Half Men' insiders told the Hollywood Reporter Thursday CBS execs responded well to Lorre’s plan for Kutcher’s character.
“It’s really funny,” said a source. “People are going to love it.
Kutcher will reportedly receive between $900,000 and $1,000,000 per episode.
Production on the 9th season of 'Two and a Half Men' is scheduled to begin this summer.
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