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Sheen injects tiger blood into Fiat

The diminutive Fiat 500 Abarth has a punchy little1.4L turbo four cylinder that makes 160 HP and 170 Lb-ft.  Able to scoot from zero to 60 MPH in 7.4 seconds, the Abarth is a bad boy among tiny hatches.

Apparently, Fiat decided to inject some tiger blood courtesy of Hollywood bad boy Charlie Sheen in this video spot titled "House Arrest."

What to Watch on Monday: Your favorite fall shows are back!

Dancing with the Stars (8pm, ABC) - Season 13 opens with 12 new celebrities competing, including Chaz Bono, Ricki Lake, Ron Artest, Nancy Grace, David Arquette, and Hope Solo.

How I Met Your Mother (8pm, CBS) - The seventh season opens with two new back-to-back episodes. The mystery wedding prompts the friends to reminisce about things. Also, Marshall gets his dream job but is terrified videos from his past will crush his hopes.

The Sing-off (8pm, NBC) - In the Season 3 premiere, 8 a cappella groups perform. Sara Bareilles joins Ben Folds and Shawn Stockman on the judging panel.

Two and a Half Men (9pm, CBS) - In part one of Season 9's two-part opener, Ashton Kutcher joins the cast as brokenhearted billionaire Walden Schmidt. It is widely rumored that tonight's show will also kill off Charlie's Sheen's character.
 
2 Broke Girls (9:30pm, CBS) - A new series about two struggling waitresses at a Brooklyn diner who are trying to save enough money to open their own cupcake shop. Adrienne has more info.

Roast of Charlie Sheen (10pm, Comedy Central) - After you finish watching the sitcom Sheen was fired from, you can tune in for the star's scathing "salute." Roasters include Jeffrey Ross, Anthony Jeselnik, Steve-O, Harvey Levin, and Mike Tyson.

Castle (10pm, ABC) - Are we really worried that Beckett didn't survive last season's gunshot cliffhanger? No. What we really want to know is if she heard Castle tell her he loves her after she was shot. In addition to the personal drama, there's the hunt for the sniper who tried to kill her. Also, there's a new by-the-book captain in charge (Penny Johnson Jerald, "24"), and she's not too fond of Castle hanging with the cops.

The Playboy Club (10pm, NBC) - A new series set in the legendary Playboy Club in 1960s Chicago. Tonight, high-powered attorney and club key holder (Eddie Cibrian) comes to the aid of a new Bunny after she's assaulted by the leader of a the Bianchi crime family. Worth checking out?

Hawaii Five-O (10pm, CBS) - The second season begins with McGarrett in prison awaiting trial for the governor's murder. Meanwhile, Kono is suspended from the force, pending an internal investigation for allegedly stealing department money.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Scotty picks his favorite, Taiwan takes on Sheen

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - The Season 10 finalist (yes, that includes Scotty McCreery, left) perform songs by their favorite artists. What are the odds Scotty chooses Josh Turner?

Mr. Sunshine (9:30pm, ABC) - All of the other ABC sitcoms are repeats tonight, but on 'Mr. Sunshine,' Roman has no place to stay so Ben reluctantly takes him in, and Crystal dislikes an ice-dancing group performing at the arena.

Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior (10pm, CBS) - A sniper murders Chicagoans and when the team hunts the killer, the killer targets Mick.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - Joy pins her greencard hopes on a homeless man (Jon Lovitz). Meanwhile, Melanie dates a basketball coach for the Cleveland Cavaliers who's still reeling from LeBron James' departure, and Victoria lands a job on a local news program.

Justified (10pm, FX) - A state task force probing organized crime in Harlan County borrows Raylan to figure out who's cashing Walt McCready's benefit checks. Also, Boyd gets involved in a mine payroll scheme, and Mags Bennett shows her evil side.  

Top Chef All-Stars (10pm, Bravo) - The final five head to the Bahamas where each participates in a culinary duel against the person who won on their previous season of 'Top Chef."

Charlie Sheen's Winningest Moments (10:30pm, Spike) - A half-hour special featuring a countdown of Sheen's most "winning" moments recreated through Taiwanese animation.

Charlie Sheen fired from 'Two and a Half Men'

It finally happened. Warner Brothers has fired actor Charlie Sheen from 'Two and a Half Men.'

Here's the statement: “After careful consideration, Warner Bros. Television has terminated Charlie Sheen’s services on “Two and a Half Men” effective immediately.”

No idea what this might mean for the show, which is the highest rated comedy on television. CBS has a contract for a ninth season. It's possible the network could at least attempt the show without him.

Sheen was notified today (letter to Sheen) and gave this statement to TMZ: "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 whatshiscock again and I never have to put on those silly shirts for as long as this warlock exists in the terrestrial dimension."

What to Watch on Tuesday: Scotty McCreery sings for votes

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - Viewer voting begins tonight right after the semifinal round featuring the Top 12 male singers (women perform tomorrow night). That means Scotty McCreery (right) of Garner gets his first shot at performing for voters. Starting tonight, voters can vote the first time online via Facebook. Go to AmericanIdol.com during the voting window and log on using your Facebook account information. That will get you to the "American Idol" voting page where you can select your favorites. You can cast up to 50 votes online. You can also still vote by phone or by text message (AT&T customers only).

Charlie Sheen: In His Own Words (10pm, ABC) - '20/20' sits down with the reclusive Charlie Sheen in an effort to get the shy, reserved actor to open up about his feelings regarding his troubles with his bosses at CBS, his opinions on Alcoholics Anonymous, and whether or not he is in fact a "winner." I sure hope they can get him to talk...

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - This show has catapulted from "good" to "amazing" this season. In tonight's episode, Adam and Kristina must finally discuss with Max the fact that he has Asperger's. Also, Crosby tries to make amends with Jasmine (let her go, man!).

The Good Wife (10pm, CBS) - The firm sues a social networking site on behalf of a Chinese dissident for failing to protect his anonymity. Meanwhile, Will and Diane try to wrestle control of the firm away from Derrick.

Southland (10pm, TNT) - John's drug issue worsens as Ben approaches the end of his training. Meanwhile, Lydia is involved in a shoot-out while preoccupied with a teenage victim, and Sammy focuses on fatherhood.

Also deserving your attention tonight at 10pm: "Lights Out" on FX, "White Collar" on USA, and "The Game" on BET.

Winning? Charlie Sheen's 'Today' show interview (VIDEO)

When Charlie Sheen says he's not using drugs, I think what he really means is, "I'm using a lot of drugs." (Actually, I'll note that '20/20' gave him a drug test, which he passed, meaning he's obviously just full-blown crazy at this point).

Here's Sheen's interview with 'Today,' which aired this morning. Sheen says he plans to sue CBS for yanking 'Two and a Half Men.'

'Today' will air more of the Sheen interview on Tuesday morning's show, and ABC will air their Sheen interview Tuesday night at 10pm on '20/20.'

Update: Sheen gave another even more bizarre interview to TMZ today. Right after that happened, his longtime publicist resigned. Can't say I blame him.
 

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Latest Sheen rant prompts CBS to yank 'Two and a Half Men'

CBS has decided to halt production of  'Two and a Half Men' -- one of their biggest ratings hits -- after Charlie Sheen's latest radio rant earlier today. In the rant, Sheen called Chuck Lorre, the creator of his hit sitcom, "Hymie Levine" and referred to AA as a "bootleg cult." He also referred to women he has partied with in the past as "turds."

Sheen called in to the nationally syndicated "The Alex Jones Show" today and went on an unbelievably bizarre rant against pretty much everyone, particularly his bosses at CBS and people who have suggested he is anything other than totally awesome -- even when he's high on crack. At times during the conversation, Jones seemed to be egging Sheen on.

Pulling the show for the rest of the season (at least) is going to cost CBS huge, but it had to be done.

Charlie Sheen's wife healing in North Carolina

According to The Associated Press, Charlie Sheen's wife Brooke Mueller is currently recuperating in a North Carolina wellness center.

The wife of the "Two and Half Men" star was hospitalized last week for a serious infection following oral surgery, and it has been widely rumored that she is now in rehab for alcohol or drug addiction.

Entertainment Tonight reports that Mueller is at Two Dreams Outer Banks rehab center, but Mueller's lawyer says she is "definitely not in a place for drug or alcohol rehabilitation."

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