Scoop: Is 'Brothers & Sisters' disowning Balthazar Getty?

Grant MacDonald Sun, May 24, 2009 at 03:01 PM EST

I earned the Getty Oil Company shareholders Four Billion Bucks …
On the Reserve acquisition; the way they treat me … it really sucks!
As the Getty inheritors bask in glee;
All I asked for was that they look after me.
Four billion dollars they earned on Reserve …
My fee I surely deserve.
It turns out J.P. Getty may have been a Nazi;
His family even goes back to Germany ….
With Hitler, GÖring & Goebbels he did stand;
While trying to undermine the American land!
For paintings & artifacts he did receive;
With his oil he was able to deceive?
Hoover & the FBI & Roosevelt they knew …
That J.P. Getty & espionage he drew!
Many a young lad and Jew did die
As planes dropped bombs from the sky.
For years while Getty sat in Berlin
He may have committed many a sin.
The ashes and smoke from the chimneys it rose
While old man Getty sat cozy … he chose.
With artwork held tightly under his arm
Still dripping in blood … as the real owner met harm. ...
gettymovie.com

Rosalie Wed, May 6, 2009 at 01:22 PM EST

I really like Tommy, and just because Gettys co-workers have a problem with the fact that Gettys dosen't love his wife any more dosen't mean that they can get rid of Tommy.
Kevin and Tommy have been my favorites on the show since I started watching.

Frankie-Alexander Mon, May 4, 2009 at 07:52 AM EST

Nora's gettings a bit annoying with her whole Tommy thing. Ryan's cool but Robert's not. I think Kitty should divorce him.

Tommy should stick around...

MS Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 04:31 PM EST

Ryan is frightening to look at. Holly is bad but Ryan is evil I don’t like him. I hope more than anything Rebecca and Justin go back and not allow the crazy person to stand in the way. Is Rebecca so naïve that she doesn't see Ryan coming onto her? Very disappointed in the story line with Kitty, in fact so disappointed I really don’t want to watch the show anymore. Why the baby now she will be a single parent does not make sense. Her love interest has no charisma, kitty and Rob are hot together, I just do not understand why the writers come up with some weird changes. Come on Nora, let Tommy go if he left a wife and child he does not deserve to have a home to come to. Why did they get rid of Tommy’s wife, she was great last night. To end this, Nora let go, start thinking of yourself, Kitty growup the grass is not greener on the otherside, Justin become a doctor and you and Rebecca be happy, GET RYAN out or replace him with another actor.

cc Sun, Apr 26, 2009 at 11:55 PM EST

I'm jumping into the 'get rid of Ryan' canoe. The show is "Brothers and Sisters" not "Yet Another Brother and Sister and Brother and..." We get it, William Walker was a manwhore, can we move on now? Balthazar Getty may have misbehaved a little, but Tommy is not disposable. Ryan is. Oooooh I can't stand that kid...! Please develop existing characters, there's so many of them, do the ABC suits really think they need more? Please tel ABC to stop F*#$ing with my shows!

ladychef41 Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 08:55 PM EST

I'm OK with Tommy being used in a smaller capacity, but get rid of RYAN!!! What a horrible storyline to come up with. I see he's going to end up being a slimeball character, but the show can come up with something better than him for that kind of storyline. No offense kid, but you suck.

ladychef41 Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 08:54 PM EST

I'm OK with Tommy being used in a smaller capacity, but get rid of RYAN!!! What a horrible storyline to come up with. I see he's going to end up being a slimeball character, but the show can come up with something better than him for that kind of storyline. No offense kid, but you suck.

snooze ya loose Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 06:08 PM EST

I love this show..in fact I look forward to the disfunctionality of the Walker clan every Sunday. But honestly, this Ryan story line sucks...or maybe the casting for that role could have been better. But I agree, get rid of Ryan. Bring Tommy back he provides a much needed element within the family dynamic. I would love to see Holly go...but hey, she's married to Ken Olin - so do you really think she'll leave? As for Justin - build that character...help him come into his own. Give him a purpose, and by all means, let Nora be happy for God's sake. And this Kitty story line...well, I gues we should be careful what we wish for....Robert was everything she wanted - He's the same man she asked to marry her, so she needs to just suck it up and deal. O.K., enough said but get rid of Ryan.

Alex Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 05:46 PM EST

Writers should not get rid of Tommy. They need to make him stronger character. He's a good businessman. Let him get back with wife, develop something new for Walker industries, and then get back in as an officer. (That could be a sub plot for this next season.) Their wine business adds flavor to the show! Get rid of Ryan. Writers are repeating themselves. Get Jason busy with med school and reduce his role. Develop some interesting menacing character to spice up show by bringing havoc into the Walkers' lives.

mls Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 05:16 PM EST

Get rid of Ryan, I agree he does look like a girl. I don't like where the story line is going with Kitty, Can't there be a successful marriage? They have such chemistry, and Rob is the only one that stands up to the Nora and family. FYI, the show is not the same without Getty. Instead of bring in the new...work with the existing cast and make them better and stronger.

Michael Grey Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 03:16 AM EST

Tommy is a great character, I wish they would get rid of Ryan, he looks like a girl and acts like a wimp.

Julien Mon, Apr 20, 2009 at 10:02 AM EST

I really dont care about Tommy, I never liked him
but if they kill him off or if he just leaves like that it would make the show look unreal, and , yeah, they could make nora depressed for like a season, but a mother doesnt get over her dead son in one year

Vicki Morton Mon, Apr 20, 2009 at 09:02 AM EST

I'm disappointed Balthazar Getty may not be a permanent fixture. I should have realized they were moving him towards the exit doors, when they dirtied up his character, gave Sarah his job, etc. I am disappointed as his character adds interesting flavor to the show. If they want to get rid of someone, why not Justin's character. He is incredibly weak.

NR Wed, Mar 18, 2009 at 03:02 PM EST

I don't think they'll send him to jail, my guess *and it's only a guess* Holy will eventually drop charges, in return, she would ask that he gives up his position and leaves OHi. Tommy would probably relocate somewhere else for a fresh start, occasionally visitng the family

Debbie Mon, Mar 16, 2009 at 11:10 AM EST

I love all the brothers and sisters !! Knock off Holly !!

Joleen Sun, Mar 15, 2009 at 11:12 PM EST

I love B&S and one of things I most like is how each of the characters reminds me of someone in my family. So I would be devistated to see Tommy leave becasue that would be like my Tommy leaving. And I agree I can not stand Holly, but I guess every show needs a villian. And Rebecca I can't quite understand either I mean she destroyed Joe and Sarah;s marriage and now all of a sudden she is all innocent? Anyway Holly makes my skin crawl. As far as his personal life I hope he just gets it together too, cause I think of the old 90210 and when Brenda left it was never really the same.(for those of us old enough to remember that)

Abs Sat, Mar 14, 2009 at 06:57 AM EST

Tommy is an integral part of Walker family, it's gonna ruin the dynamic of the family if he's gone. I agree with people that said the show needs to develop the existing characters rather than bring out the new ones.

Oscar Wed, Mar 11, 2009 at 07:14 PM EST

I really am disappointed where this story line is headed if I"m right....I think it's very weak if Tommy ends up in jail (just to have the character leave the show) and Holly (the villain) end up on top.

Larry Wed, Mar 11, 2009 at 06:42 PM EST

Dumb idea to drop a brother. The show is called Brothers and Sisters. And Getty is a good actor going thru a rough time. Cast and crew should be supportive, not judging and downgrading. And Sally Fields, bless her pea-pickin' heart, hasn't exactly been a nun in her life. Well, maybe a flying one on TV, but not in real life. Remember Burt R.? I love this show, and I hope it doesn't go the way of ER, where the characters become pitiful rather than heroic as the actors try to win Emmys. We need characters we care about, and it started out that way, but when the villain keeps winning, we think of the movie Rob Roy, where the movie was ruined by having the bad guy win so often that by the time the hero won, we really didn't care anymore. The Walkers have become ridiculously inept and impotent, while Holly has soared in capabilities, perhaps because the actress's husband is a major force behind the scenes. When heros become losers and villains are winners, who wants to watch anymore?

Gus Wed, Mar 11, 2009 at 06:19 PM EST

Getty sucks as an actor and his character on the show will not be missed. I haven't talked to a single friend that watches the show and will miss him for a moment. Please let him rot in jail for the next season....

PDunbar Sun, Mar 8, 2009 at 09:36 PM EST

I think that he is a very talented actor, and I for one will be unhappy to see him leave. His character has been interesting to watch.

It's unfortunate that he would be considered for termination based on tabloid reports of his infidelity. I'm sure that as horrible as it is that he left his wife home with the kids while he went skinny dipping with a hottie that if he is doing his job and bringing in viewers he shouldn't be dismissed.

I hope the show reconsiders. I try not to judge people, especially when I don't walk in their shoes.

Mary Smith Wed, Mar 4, 2009 at 04:16 PM EST

I completely agree with Ava J, posted Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 10:56 PM EST

I want to see Tommy and Saul take down Holly. The idea that the Walker family has just rolled over and let Holly become so powerful is just not plausible. To think that the mistress is rewarded for her affair and yet another women father his child...how in the world did Holly become such a business women she was an actress and a mistress...makes no sense to me. The Walker family worked hard Holly should not take control. Don't really like her. I would like Nora to stop being in everyones business and take control of the company show the family that she is smart and powerful...she and Saul will be the ones that save the company.

IMHO - The show needs to develop the existing characters, not add more or begin to play the replacement game.

Shea Mon, Feb 16, 2009 at 12:57 AM EST

B&S is one of only a few shows I look forward to each week, and I personally would not miss Tommy much at all. I think a recurring role would be OK, as long as his "departure" is properly developed and the appearances aren't just thrown in.

BTW, I don't see what his personal life has to do with his profession. If every celebrity's personal life was judged accordingly, there wouldn't be much going on in the entertainment industry today.

Betsy Mon, Feb 9, 2009 at 07:21 PM EST

I can so see it coming...Tommy's going to jail for the shady deal he's doing with Ojai... Good way to get him, Julia, and Eli out of the scene but still in the background, it's not permanent and they can reprise their roles now and again.

lily Sat, Jan 17, 2009 at 08:06 PM EST

Tommy is far too important to leave the show! Brothers and Sisters needs all the 5 syblings to continue. He is my favourite character

Kristen Wed, Jan 14, 2009 at 11:15 AM EST

I'm not a huge fan of Tommy or Julia's characters, I think they're kind of boring. I think a good idea would be to have a car accident that kills them both then Kevin and Scotty could raise the baby. Just my opinion.

mfarrell Wed, Jan 14, 2009 at 10:55 AM EST

The character of Tommy adds balance to the crazy clan of Walkers. I totally support leaving Getty as an actor on this show. If his professional life is suffering, the producers have many ways of addressing the issue.
By far, this show is one I look forward to on a regular basis.

I also find Holly's character very good. As the "evil one" her dynamic is necessary to making the show have tension: drama.

st Wed, Jan 14, 2009 at 12:49 AM EST

He discarded his lucky card, instead of that he chose joker, saturn, now from now on his life will be goto hell because of his joker, see jude law, rhys when they were with sienna.

Tue, Jan 13, 2009 at 09:32 PM EST

Tommy - what's up with the eyebrow??

Carroll Tue, Jan 13, 2009 at 02:31 PM EST

Unless and until I hear Getty himself talking about his speculating departure from Brothers and Sisters or the producers of....he's as much a part of B & S as the rest of the cast.
Maybe the cast should be able to separate their working selves from their personal relationship with Rosetta. His private life, really...what does that have to do with his work as an actor?

Tammy Fri, Jan 9, 2009 at 10:41 AM EST

I love Tommy! I think it wouldn't be the same without him. They are a huge family with all different personalities and when you put them all together it is wild. Get rid of the wife and baby!

Ami Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 05:18 PM EST

I never liked Tommy anyway. He's so... "Blah!"

Jane Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 01:56 PM EST

When all the nudie pictures of BG & SM
hit the internet & tabloids I stopped watching the show. Just couldn't watch that beast Getty, he just made me sick! I don't care if two people have an affair or if a person wants to leave a spouse for someone else. That's their business. They make it our businesss when they can't control their sexual urges when they are outdoors and in public places! They are in show business, right and they haven't heard of the paparazzi? They are both (BG&SM) seemingly uncaring, disgusting, and out of control people without a care for his family's feelings. It's almost unbelievable. I would'nt watch anything with either of them in it. They are second rate anyway.
With Balthazar out of the show I'll go back to watching it.

jeremy Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 04:51 PM EST

Do u guys know if anyone is leaving Lost?

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MoBec Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 11:20 AM EST

Tommy is a VERY important PART of the Walkers. The 3 brothers chemistry together is great. Maybe have Julia killed in an accident - so he is torn between daughter & job. Nora can mother the baby some & Tommy. Tommy is the connection to the company. Getty please get your act together!

Wendi Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 02:02 AM EST

This information doesn't bug me in the lease because Tommy Walker was always my least favorite Walker. Now if we could get rid of Holly this show would be perfect.

Glenda Stevens Mon, Jan 5, 2009 at 02:39 PM EST

Hey......folks it is not his fault about his lines let's put the blame on
the writer's.....not him!!! There are
break up's all the time in this industry is there not??? Not his fault that he has to do what the writer's tell him!!! Let take a look at the writer's!!! Sally Field is great hope we can keep that show going!!!

Kali Mon, Jan 5, 2009 at 12:42 PM EST

The Tommy character has always kindof annoyed me but I hope I finish the storyline of him trying to take Holly down before they reduce his part. I definately do not want them to replace him with another character that never works. Everyone remembers the case of the two Becky's on Rosanne....DISASTER.

I love this show so I hope they figure out what to do with Tommy and I hope they work on a good storyline for Justin he is one of my favorite characters.

cristine Mon, Jan 5, 2009 at 10:32 AM EST

If it is difficult to work with Getty, then bring in another actor to play the role. Maybe someone with a stronger personality, capable of bringing Holly down. I don't understand why they have to eliminate a character if the actor leaves or is fired. Just bring in some one else, like they should have done in Grey's Anatomy when the guy who played Burke was fired. Burke was a great character.

Car Sun, Jan 4, 2009 at 11:53 PM EST

If that decision is made it will be interesting to see what they plan to do with the winery he and Holly own together. Just last month he had asked Saul to help him get Holly out. If he leaves, does she absorb the Walker family assets?

LA Sat, Jan 3, 2009 at 01:21 PM EST

Tommy Walker IS the most boring Walker, by far. And Balthazar as an actor brings the least to the table, so to speak.

Ava J Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 10:56 PM EST

I want to see Tommy and Saul take down Holly. The idea that the Walker family has just rolled over and let Holly become so powerful is just not plausible. I am an avid fan, but this story line is getting stale and I hope I see a turn of events.

IMHO - The show needs to develop the existing characters, not add more or begin to play the replacement game.

Georgie Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 09:50 PM EST

I vote for a tragic accident in which he is horrible disfigured and when the bandages come off DYNASTY-style, he's played by another actor.

Helen Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 08:08 PM EST

"Helen, if you're going to keep posting the same thing, please get the verbiage right. It's flubs and not fluffs. Check a dictionary. "...and then when they are ready to film, he fluffs his lines constantly."

Tina...er...DOES IT MATTER??? But hey - if you are going to reprimand people, get it right otherwise you will sound like a petty idiot! I checked and guess what? The term "fluff" can be used too - check out Answers.com - a more authoritative source than you, it seems!

Tina Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 06:24 PM EST

Helen, if you're going to keep posting the same thing, please get the verbiage right. It's flubs and not fluffs. Check a dictionary. "...and then when they are ready to film, he fluffs his lines constantly."

Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 04:07 PM EST

"I am sure his cast mates are professional on set because they have to be. But they DON'T have to maintain any kind of friendship with Getty when they are not on set and it sounds as though they have chosen not to. If he doesn't like it, that's too bad." To right. If the cast and crew are friendly with Rosetta, they are hardly going to want to socialise with Getty and his bimbo. If he thinks otherwise, the man definitely has a screw loose!

I read the comments by David Foster Wallace. It would seem Getty is a moocher who bums whatever he can - phone calls, smokes (and no doubt drinks) off other people. He is also two faced and self-absorbed. It would seem that he and slutty are well suited to each other!

B Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 02:46 PM EST

Fire the actor and re-cast the role with someone who has actual talent and a better work ethic. Make Tommy tougher as he goes after Holly. I like Patty Wetig but Holly is kind of overblown, so they need to retool the scripts on the whole. And they should give Kevin more air time, and stop wasting Ron Rifkin. That man can act. I love this show but it drives me nuts, because it is soapier than the daytime serials. And yet, I keep watching...

Roger Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 12:45 PM EST

Getty has apparently always been a pratt. David Foster Wallace tore strips off him in an article about the making of David Lynch's "Lost Highway". If you google, you can still find the article online.

Helen Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 08:08 AM EST

I find it interesting that some people here are blaming treatment by the cast for Getty's disruptive behaviour. What is he - a child? Why must it always be someone else's fault? The issue is Getty keeps flying off here, there and everywhere and this is disrupting shooting schedules. When he is flying off to London, Italy, Prague and Mexico, that's nothing to do with the cast making his life difficult (if they are) and everything to do with him pursuing booty calls. No one is forcing him to do these things. When he is on set, by all accounts the man behaves like an ass. Again, that is down to HIM and no one else. The man is too caught up in his private life and pursuing booty to pay attention to the job of work he is being paid to do. I am sure his cast mates are professional on set because they have to be. But they DON'T have to maintain any kind of friendship with Getty when they are not on set and it sounds as though they have chosen not to. If he doesn't like it, that's too bad.

Gwen Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 02:11 AM EST

For God's sake get rid of Julia, I don't even care the actresses name who places, she is just horrible. That said keep Tommy, he is a contrast from the other siblings not involved in the ugly gossip. He seems to be the only sibling who is like his father. Ditch Holly and Rebecca, there story lines are done, done, done,

Gwen Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 02:09 AM EST

For God's sake get rid of Julia, I don't even care the actresses name who places, she is just horrible. That said keep Tommy, he is a contrast from the other siblings not involved in the ugly gossip. He seems to be the only sibling who is like his father. Ditch Holly and Rebecca, there story lines are done, done, done,

Mandy Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 06:34 PM EST

Tommy was just getting intersting! He was the most boring predicitable character, but all this new stuff with his kid getting sick and Kevin really being the dad, not to mention the hate on he has for Holly! I get if there are behind the scene problems, but this is the first time I have found Tommy at all intersting, so this sucks.

Ashley Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 06:22 PM EST

I hope they do get rid of him. His character is terribly dull.

Tamarind Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 04:09 PM EST

The show has become indistinguishable from a soap opera and I'm sick of listeing to them fighting at the dinner table. They should cancel the show and give Desperate Housewives two hours.

mikey Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 03:57 PM EST

Considering the money these people make, any actor identfifed as "difficult" by fellow cast members should be booted off at first storyline opportunity.

joanne Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 02:37 PM EST

if they keep tommy, let it be learned that he is Nora's son from an affair. show all this in a back story. more drama for the Walker Family!

badtoy Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 02:26 PM EST

I am looking forward to the storyline of Tommy & the uncle taking down Holly. Get rid of Holly & her lame daughter.

Pam Kelley Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 01:52 PM EST

I've always felt his character was the weak link. If he's a recurring character I don't think it in any way takes away from the main story lines. I've always felt he was sort of a wimp anyway.

Athena606 Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 12:37 PM EST

I actually really like his character and don't think his personal life should have anything to do with the show.

dells Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 12:26 PM EST

I used to enjoy the show when the senator was going to be nominated for president. Seemed happier then, now its cut throat and the actors are vying for attention. Think it will soon go off the air, its run its course in my opinion. A little lighter entertainment without so much of the 'heavy trying to act' would be desirable. Life is too heavy at the moment, tv is supposed to ENTERTAIN us.

Mary Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 10:01 AM EST

Get rid of Holly! They should do a clean sweep and get of the Holly along with Tommy. Holly is useless and I am pretty sure if she was not married to one of the producers, she'd be out already.

Thu, Jan 1, 2009 at 04:06 AM EST

Even if the stories of Getty's behavior are true (and we don't have proof of that, do we?), perhaps it could be partly attributed to his castmates bringing his personal life to work with them and making the atmosphere uncomfortable. I'm not defending what Getty did to his wife, but that should have nothing to do with how the cast interacts on set. So what if they were close to his wife and kids? They're supposed to be professionals. If other cast members are somehow unable to put that aside while shooting, I could see it taking its toll on Getty and eventually affecting his demeanor. The idea that his CASTMATES can't get past his infidelity for the sake of the show is even more stupid than actors who date their co-stars and then demand their characters be broken up when their real-life relationship goes south. I feel for Getty's wife and kids, but it shouldn't affect the show. Even if it was just ONE of many reasons for his possible departure, it shouldn't be a factor at all.

Elaine Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 11:05 PM EST

I can taked him or leave him and would prefer to leave him. His character is the main focus (not his personal life). As an actor, his storyline is not interesting. The loss of his baby could have been a good story, but that was never explored. I think that Calista and Robs characters should adopt their baby and they should have good episodes surrounding that family. Sally Field is a wonderful actress and will be the best grandma (besides me of course). I love the show and either way will be a fan.

pelon Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 05:46 PM EST

Tommy DOES need to hit the door....and take Justin and Rebecca with him. then the much more interesting characters ~ not to mention actors ~ can continue doing what they do best. the show will/would be better without those three boring, bland, blah, and boring some more characters. would make for so much better television!!!!

mandy Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 05:39 PM EST

How about they just replace him with an equally handsome, more talented actor?

Darlene Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 05:18 PM EST

Tommy needs to stay, he's character is important to family dynamics. Holly NEEDS to go. She is irritating, not a family member and her daughter is not a Walker.

Ellen Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 02:09 PM EST

I couldn't care less about any of the characters. The first few shows of the series, I thought we were going to have some decent drama (similar to thirtySomething.) But it went downhill after that, and I don't ever feel compelled to watch it anymore.

nhnonna Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 02:06 PM EST

I don't 'like' the Tommy character any longer. I think if he is as difficult as he is portrayed to be on set, then it IS time he left. Besides, it's not like he NEEDS the job!

Meli Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 01:07 PM EST

I could care less about Tommy. His character has not been well written - the whole drama with his affair was uninteresting, and he has no chemistry with the woman who plays his wife. Honestly, I've enjoyed the latest development with his working with Saul (who I ADORE)... I'd like to see Tommy fade into the background and a new, strong character (like Robert) also dreamy would be wonderful. Someone who can be an effective foil at Ojai.

sage Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 12:21 PM EST

The show will not let him go because of his personal life. There are probably laws against that sort of thing. If Balty is being disruptive on the set, it's an entirely different matter.

Jonathan Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 12:16 PM EST

Getty is totally the blind item because in the blind item article you said that "although death has cast a shadow over many a plot it would be too morbid." and thats exactly what u said above in this article. hehehe

jill Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 11:32 AM EST

tommy is my least favorite character because he is always so selfish. getty is the worst actor of the ensemble. i will not miss him if he is gone.

Helen Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 06:46 AM EST

The issue is not his private life. The real issue is he has been behaving unprofessionally on set. He has apparently been arriving late, not learning his lines, been short-tempered with everyone when they are not ready to film to his timetable (cast mates and crew - he reduced one cast member to tears) and then when they are ready to film, he fluffs his lines constantly. Producers also have to keep rearranging shooting schedules to accommodate him. This would not be tolerated even in a well-established and accomplished star so I doubt that his bosses are willing to take any nonsense from him. It's probably happening because he is drinking again (there are pictures of him drinking wine straight out of the bottle in Italy). He also looks wired a lot of the time so I suspect he is back on drugs too. He behaved like this in the past, before he went through rehab. I think his bosses have lost patience with him and will cut his screen time until he gets clean again - and I don't blame them.

Rose Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 05:01 AM EST

I can't believe people are really asking that Getty be fired cause he cheated on his wife??!!!If that should happen then we wouldn't have any more shows or movies to watch!!!

christine Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 04:42 AM EST

He needs to stay. He's very easy on the eyes, his storyline is interesting right now and he is important to the Walker dynamic. I could care less about his affair with Sienna Miller and what goes on in his personal life.

Grace Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 03:31 AM EST

What happened to Ausiello's Scoop column?

Yogi Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 12:22 AM EST

They need to give the guy a decent storyline instead of introducing another Walker, make use of the ones they have.

genia Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 12:06 AM EST

Leave the show as is.....it's near perfect. Tommy would be missed in ever family dinner or gathering scene.

Tebor Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 10:51 PM EST

I am a HUGE fan of the show and I will miss Tommy. His personal life be darned.

bryand Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 10:19 PM EST

This show has way too many characters. Losing a couple would be a good idea. And the show is spread way too thin between so many 'issues' - they all come off superficially. I appreciate the writing and acting but it's gone beyond throwing the kitchen sink at us. Oh, and Rob Lowe and Kitty often seem like they're on another show....

Wolfie Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 09:52 PM EST

Oh, and while they're at it, get rid of Holly and the daughter. Their storyline is just a nuisance. It made sense in the first few episodes of the first season, but now it's just painful to watch.

Wolfie Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 09:50 PM EST

Get rid of the cheater!

Kit Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 09:17 PM EST

Art imitating life anyone? Perhaps this is more a case of Life imitating art.. Didn't he cheat on his wife in the show too, when she went to stay with her family?

mister f Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 07:14 PM EST

Doesn't Balthazar already have millions from his family's oil business? What is he still doing working???

Dear EW Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 07:02 PM EST

STOP PUTTING THESE HEADLINES ON THE FRONT PAGE. I DON'T WANT TO SEE SPOILERS!!!

Kat Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 06:36 PM EST

Well now that Tommy and Saul are going to get Holly out of Ojai after they acomplish this, I can see Tommy and family leaving and moving elsewhere and coming back for family dinners. Seems that Holly has lost her "fire" writers need to put more acid to use for her to be meaner maybe she has more secrets that she can spring on the "family". All in all Tommy isn't as important as other "core members" of the "family".

angela miller Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 06:34 PM EST

Tommy should stay as part of the family. Get rid of Holly's daughter.

Crystal Diane Stevens Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 06:31 PM EST

Maybe if Balthazar was capable of keeping his little wee wee in his pants, he'd still have a job.

Jun Camus Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 05:22 PM EST

I don't watch TV (let go of the one I used to have) but I watch B & S on ABC's website religiously, the only show I actually do. While I like Kevin (because of my own sex), I think Tommy is the male figure that keeps the show together, inheriting it from "his Dad's demise". It would be a pity to lose him. "Robert" though has some excellent idea about killing the part and having the family fight over the girl. there's definitely an Emmy waiting in the wings right there.

probie123 Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 05:11 PM EST

This is the best Christmas present I got all year. This guy's character is so implausable, they have to get rid of him. First of all, he works every day with the Woman who betrayed his Mother. I could understand why everyone tried to get along with her when they thought her daughter was their sister but to actually let her take over the company - PUHLEASE!!! He let his wife go run off to her family and take his baby and then had an affair, he fired his own brother and basically forced his uncle and sister out and let Holly and her daughter overrun the FAMILY company. How does anyone even let him associate with the family. I would have cut him loose as a brother a long time ago. I have a brother like this who I haven't spoken to in years. Keven is going to get all paternal now that he realizes that he is a real father and bozo is going to have to move - good riddance. Maybe the Walkers can finally get their company back and Holly can find another sucker's husband to date.

lane78 Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 04:59 PM EST

i'm not big on holly's character, she's just annoying. as far as her as an actress, i'm not going to really comment on that, but......aren't her son & husband writers, or directors or producers of some sort for the show? can we say nepotism?

tom Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 04:54 PM EST

get rid of him. even though I love b&s, I can well live without tommy. Too boring. The family is interesting enough without him. and now that a new walker son will enter the picture soon, there's enough going on anyway. the rest can stay like it is as long as kevin, scotty, nora, sarah and kitty remain the center of attention.

Nathan Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 04:34 PM EST

I love Holly as a character and Patricia as an actress and they need to give her more time in the show. She got her role because she is a fine actress. Sarah Jane Morris is a great actress and is so underused as Julia, Tommy's Wife. She should stay on the show in some capacity and become more prominent.

mica Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 04:30 PM EST

Wow!!! you all need too get a life..seriously get one soon

Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 04:19 PM EST

Patricia Wettig is a fine actress, but Holly is a cartoon villain. She brings nothing to the show anymore, and efforts to keep her included in the story have become ridiculous and distracting.

Katie Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 03:56 PM EST

Please get rid of Tommy! I can't stand to look at him and his character is losing interest.

iamwhoiam Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 03:40 PM EST

Good. can't stand both the actor and the character.

Phoebe Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 02:40 PM EST

While I'm not a fan of Balthazar Getty and what he did to his family, I do not think it's a good idea to get rid of Tommy. As previous posters have mentioned, he's part of Ojai, he's the "straight" one, and above all, a Walker! The show just won't be right without all of them. I also think Kevin is by far the most annoying Walker, not Tommy.

Dennis Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 02:10 PM EST

All of you people who are going on and on about how you hate Holly are actually proving what a fine actress Patricia Wettig is. Her job as an actress is make Holly unlikeable.

Love BS Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 02:07 PM EST

Get rid of Holly. She just annoys me. Her acting is terrible. Tommy working with Uncle Sol to kick her of of Ojai would be a great story line.