Two and a Half Men (season 9) following the cancelation of the previous season. Chuck Lorre revealed that he'd considered ending the show, but thought that it would've been "such a heartbreaking way to end". On May 13, 2011, it was announced that Ashton Kutcher would be taking over from Sheen, playing new character Walden Schmidt. It was also announced that the writers would kill off Charlie Harper. For a revamped show, the producers re-decorated the main set of the beach house, which was used up until the final season. The theme tune was also revamped, with two new singers used in the opening sequence. The new
Alan Harper (Two and a Half Men) could never afford Evelyn's inflated commission. Alan had a final moment alone with Charlie, but then spilled Charlie's ashes once he stumbled upon Walden who attempted suicide after divorce. Fortunately for Alan, Walden is a billionaire needing a new home and Charlie's house is sold to Walden. Alan and Jake are invited to stay at this house after Alan saves Walden from financial ruin. This keeps the status of there is "Two and a Half Men" in that house. Walden ended up donating Charlie's piano to a music school, causing Alan to have an emotional and mental breakdown, which progresses