With all the money at stake for CBS, the “Men” producers and Sheen, I have to confess I was pretty sure everyone would figure out a way to make this marriage work again. Sheen really is the star of that show and now he’s even something of a world phenomenon — can you imagine the ratings for his return show? — but obviously the powers-that-be have decided he’s not worth the heartache and in turn (depending on if they can successfully continue without him) gave up millions upon millions in potential syndication revenue that each new episode would’ve generated. But this is especially surprising because just this morning word was leaked that a compromise was being worked out.
It should be interesting to see what Sheen does next. On top of trying to find a top-level talent in Hollywood willing to work with him (other than fellow madman Mark Cuban), hits like “Men” are generally once in a lifetime occurrences. That $1.5 million per episode The Sheen’s losing is not likely to be made up with advertising on video podcasts or the Tweeting of brand names.
Sheen’s obviously a talented guy and wildly unpredictable in good ways and bad. He’ll certainly be in the news for the foreseeable future, especially with respect to every twist and turn his “Men” lawsuit takes. But late in the evening when the house is dark and the porn stars on either side of him are fast asleep — you have to believe Sheen will be haunted by second thoughts. One of the best jobs in entertainment is starring in a hit sitcom. The money is crazy, the hours are cake, and you’re treated like a king. It’s probably the best job in the world right now.
Will Sheen still feel like he’s winning! if “Two and a Half Men” marches on successfully without him for another season or two while he’s tied up in court and doing podcasts with his buddies? Or is he so wealthy and self-assured, he won’t care?
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