More Charlie Sheen Drama: The Actor Breaks TV Talk Show Rules
After granting ABC an "exclusive," Sheen dashes talk TV etiquette by doing an interview with NBC, too
By Sona Charaipotra Feb 28, 2011 1:04PM
Sheen, who's ranted all over radio this weekend about his problems with the way his TV exec producer Chuck Lorre and CBS have been handling his repeated problems on and off the set -- by halting production of the show on Thursday -- had granted ABC what they thought was an exclusive interview (with Andrea Canning), set to air today and tomorrow. They promoed the interview, set to air on "Good Morning America," all weekend long, even throughout the Oscar broadcast, and promised an hour-long look at the chat Tuesday evening.
But this a.m., you might have noticed, the 'Today' show aired it's own "exclusive" Sheen interview, this one with NBC's Jeff Rossen, taped on Sunday in Los Angeles. NBC executives called this Sheen chat "his first interview since his contentious public comments against CBS" last week. And "Today" producer Tim Bell tweeted last night that the interview promised "incredible stuff," including Sheen's demand for a personal apology from Lorre. Bell also told the Los Angeles Times that while the big get "was simply about hustle and hard work by our reporter Jeff Rossen," scooping it's rival made it all the better:"Does spoiling the ABC 'exclusive' make it a little sweeter? You bet it does."
Here's part of the "Today" show chat:
ABC, meanwhile, has issued a statement noting that their chat was a "first" foremost. "Charlie Sheen assured us that we would be the only sit-down television interview this weekend, but he changed his mind...He gave us the first interview, which was extensive and included tremendous access to his home, family and personal life."
A quick look at the ABC chat:
Sheen's bad behavior has been a tabloid staple for several years already, and that it's taken this long for it to begin impacting his work life is almost disturbing. Does the public really continue to support a character who's been known for being abusive towards his wives, dalliances with porn stars and prostitutes, and extended drug and alcohol abuse. Oh yeah, I guess we do. Because who doesn't enjoy watching someone self-destruct?
"I'm not hiding from anybody or anything," he told TMZ.com in a live broadcast earlier today in an extended, in-cohesive chat that included the following choice soundbites: "When you threaten the safety of my family and the whole foundation, then we're at war.... Now every plan I have is the best plan in the world....Whatever part I had in this I apologize for. Whatever I can fix, I certainly will."
And now come reports that Charlie Sheen's publicist, respected PR vet Stan Rosenfield, just quit, moments after the TMZ chat ended. Who can blame him?
20Comments
Mar 7, 2011 10:08PM
No way would I watch a reality show of Charlie Sheen. I dispise reality shows for one and I don't care for Charlie that much anyway. As an adult I didn't mind watching the show but I felt bad that kids watched it since it was on during family time. The show is not a good example for the under 18 yo audience. We need more family type shows as many others are rather than teaching kids to drink, swear and have sex with anything available. Yuck...................
Mar 7, 2011 9:24PM
I think Warner Bros did the right thing by firing Sheen. He seriously needs help for his drug addiction, etc., etc. I wonder if he's Autistic?? Either way, he was a very poor example for our young people, and was boring as all get out. I would never pay a cent to watch him again - unless he got himself together. If Charlie - or any of his reps - happen to be reading this, all I have to tell him (other than to clean up his act ) is: You stated that "the little people with their little houses can just go and enjoy all this". Well, Charlie - we "little people" will do just that now that you are OFF THE AIR! You have forgotten one critical point in all of this ---- us "little people with our little houses" are what made you rich. Without us, you will be a little person - just like us. Hm. Do yourself a favor and get some real, honest-to-goodness help, Charlie. I wouldn't wish your mental state on anyone.
Mar 7, 2011 9:02PM
Charlie Sheen is a reality show!. A sad one though. He has deluded himself into thinking he is rational, when he is not. With his now being fired by Warner Bros., there is more urgency, and indeed fear for his very well being. I don't think Charlie Sheen could even get a job flipping burgers at some burger joint right now. He is definetly bad news and not in demand. He should seek immediate counseling, but that's not likely to happen, therefore, someone, perhaps his family, should intervene before this sad tale ends in tragedy.
Mar 7, 2011 8:47PM
What is really sad, is that America world-wide, we are judge by people like Sheen. Sheen cast a dark shadow over us world wide as, An American that has everything and still whines. The world judges America on these over paid spoiled brads that grew up with a silver spoon in their mouths. Sure he had some films that did well at the box office but fame is fleeting. Charlie will fall from grace and be another person we add to rehab shows.
Mar 7, 2011 8:46PM
Mar 7, 2011 8:13PM
I cannot believe Chuck Lorre has NOT been FIRED! =( CBS well knows Lorre started the ball rolling towards all of this chaos by his Questionable Behavior himself! We The Audience have witnessed the whole Two &1/2 Men thing since the day Lorre started all of this! All I can say is that Lorre may think that he has come out smelling like a rose. When in fact YOU Stink Mister! & Remember KARMA is coming your way! If there was a way I could start a class action lawsuit against Chuck Lorre & CBS over what has just happened! I would! For Now, Our family members & I will be BANNING CBS shows by Chuck Lorre!
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Mar 7, 2011 5:57PM
He needs to be a responsible 45yr old adult - make amends for all the ignorant statements he made of AA - his tv crew - etc etc and he needs to appear before the judge about his kids period. He is a disgraceful example of self will run riot and has no humility. I am into the drama a little because it reminds me of my own life when I wasn't being responsible for myself or the people I hurt. I can't wait to hear what the Judge has to say. he he
Mar 7, 2011 5:53PM
Mar 7, 2011 5:43PM
No I would not watch Sheen on anyrthing he is involved whether on TV or shows or films. This guy is a total disgrace to society. He should go right to jail and psychiatric hospitals and do not pass go and do not collect anything. Based on his recent attitude he should suffer extreme financial losses and even bankruptcy. As for his personal life, I do not think he knows the meaning of it or even had a real one...
Mar 7, 2011 5:21PM
Mar 7, 2011 4:49PM
What does it say about us as a society that we would offer a loud, nasty, hateful, abusive, drug addicted, self centered, burn out a reality show. I think our young people see enough of this behavior on the nightly news. He should be banned from the American public and not rewarded for being a drug addicted babbling idiot. No I would not watch anything with him.
Mar 7, 2011 4:42PM
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