I just read reports that funnyman Steve Carell, also know as the “world’s best boss,” Michael Scott, will make the 7th season of “The Office” his last.
Fact: I am not sure if Dunder Mifflin can survive without Michael Scott.
When I read the news reports that Carell would not renew his contract with the hit NBC show was felt hurt and confused.
He is the backbone that makes the office so dysfunctional. How anyone got any work completed between Scott’s inappropriate jokes, annoying personality and the occasional “that’s what she said,” is a mystery. And yet the Scranton branch of the paper company was typically the best performing.
If Scott would leave who would run the branch. The two logical choices would be Jim, the former co-manger or Dwight, the assistant to the regional manager. While both Jim and Dwight are strong characters they will not be able to carry the show on their own. “The Office” cast of characters is really a nice balance. But what is a Christmas tree without a tree topper.
Also “The Office” is a comedy so how would you eliminate Scott from the show. He is in a 30-year mortgage with his condo and has said on many occasions his love for the company. He could have a blowout with the new company owners, but killing him off the show would ruin the tone.
I think we all really need to come together and figure out a plan to change Carell’s mind. CONFERENCE ROOM FIVE MINUTES!!!!!!!!!!!!!