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Charlie Sheen Blames Testosterone Cream for 'Men' Firing

9/10/2025

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In his memoir, *The Book of Sheen*, Charlie Sheen attributes his firing from *Two and a Half Men* to testosterone cream, which he claims worsened his chaotic behavior.
He admits to heavy drug use but insists the cream intensified his issues, leading to his 2011 dismissal.
Sheen declined CBS's offer for rehab, choosing to quit drugs cold turkey while still using the cream.
He links his public meltdowns to the cream's effects, comparing it to anabolic steroids, but states he is not making excuses.
The memoir coincides with his Netflix documentary, *aka Charlie Sheen*, featuring insights from friends and family.

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In his memoir, *The Book of Sheen*, Charlie Sheen attributes his firing from *Two and a Half Men* to testosterone cream, which he claims worsened his chaotic behavior.
He admits to heavy drug use but insists the cream intensified his issues, leading to his 2011 dismissal.
Sheen declined CBS's offer for rehab, choosing to quit drugs cold turkey while still using the cream.
He links his public meltdowns to the cream's effects, comparing it to anabolic steroids, but states he is not making excuses.
The memoir coincides with his Netflix documentary, *aka Charlie Sheen*, featuring insights from friends and family.