Emmy Awards 2012: Contender Interviews

Emmy Awards 2012: Contender Interviews

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Jon Cryer: Explains his jump to lead for laffer 'Two and a Half Men'

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Gold Derby
Apr 11 2012 | 08:56 am

Jon Cryer ("Two and a Half Men") chats about his decision to switch Emmy categories this year -- moving up to lead from supporting.



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