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Office Stars Mistaken for Generic Employees
19 Aug
Summary
- Actresses sought paparazzi attention at a famous LA restaurant.
- Paparazzi mistook them for generic employees from 'the offices'.
- The Office later became a massive hit, gaining Emmy recognition.
Before 'The Office' became a cultural phenomenon, its stars experienced moments of anonymity. In what is now a humorous anecdote, Jenna Fischer recalled an outing with castmates Angela Kinsey, Kate Flannery, and Phyllis Smith around the time the show was picked up for its second season. The actresses decided to have a celebratory lunch at The Ivy, a popular Los Angeles celebrity haunt, in hopes of being photographed.
Despite their intentions, the group was seated away from the main patio area. As they were leaving, a rush of paparazzi appeared, only to run past them in pursuit of another celebrity. A paparazzo, who later returned, even approached the crestfallen actresses, mistaking them for general employees and asking if they could help identify other notable figures from 'NBC's offices.'
The show, an adaptation of the British series, saw a significant surge in viewership beginning with its second season. Its popularity continued to grow, peaking in its fifth season. This success led to critical acclaim, with cast members like Steve Carell and Jenna Fischer receiving Emmy nominations for their performances.
