Dave's not here, man

Something's missing over at Chappelle's Show. Like Chappelle.

Production was halted today on the show's third season, amid rumors that the headliner hasn't appeared for work for several weeks. This despite star Dave Chappelle having inked a new two-year pact last year for beaucoup Benjamins and a cut of the DVD sales.

I'm not a fan of his Comedy Central program, but Chappelle's a funny guy. Generally, though, I enjoy him most when he's being balanced by other funny people — in supporting roles in such films as Undercover Brother and Robin Hood: Men in Tights. A little Chappelle goes a long way with me. But that little can be hilarious.

I just hope there's nothing untoward behind this odd turn of events.