February 19, 2003
Hey, look everybody...IT'S CHEATERS!
Just found the grave announcement on Tommy's website that:
I would like to personally thank you for your support over the last 3 years. You will hear lots of things regarding why I am not on the show, but I can tell you directly and simply; I did not leave the show by choice, but to the contrary, I have been forced out by unlawful greed to which I cannot fully comment at this time due to pending litigation. I also miss hosting this show that I helped give birth to and appreciate all the continued fan mail from disappointed viewers who follow my work. Many thanks - Tommy
I've not been able to find anything discussing the legal imbroglio surrounding Tommy Habeeb or Cheaters, unfortunately. You'll get nothing out of the syndicator.
Tommy was the core of Cheaters and it's hard to imagine how the show can continue without him. Purists and loyalists may have to content themselves with reruns of those three, precious seasons... Only fair-weather friends of Tommy would tolerate Joey Greco intruding in his place.
I think everything will work out, though... Tommy's followers will not forget him.