Breaking news from Variety:
Ashton Kutcher has officially joined the cast of Warner Bros.-produced CBS comedy "Two and a Half Men," as the show moves on from the Charlie Sheen era.
Production on the ninth season of the series -- the first without Sheen -- will begin in the summer, with plans to have the show ready for a fall re-launch.
"I can't wait to get to work with this ridiculously talented team, and I believe we can fill the stage with laughter that will echo in viewers' homes," Kutcher said. "I can't replace Charlie Sheen, but I'm going to work my ass off to entertain the hell out of people!"
Said showrunner Chuck Lorre: "We are so lucky to have someone as talented, joyful and just plain remarkable as Ashton joining our family. Added to that is the deep sigh of relief knowing that our family stays together. If I was any happier, it'd be illegal."