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“It's a very collaborative environment [making The Office]. We always do takes of how it's scripted, but then we also mix it up a lot too. And it's kind of a crapshoot, you never know which one... I mean a lot of time improvisation doesn't go anywhere and it's not good at all but, so what was written is often times better.”

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Ed Helms, born on January 24, 1974, is an American actor. He gained widespread popularity for his role as Michael Scott in 'The Office'. He has also starred in several films, further solidifying his career in the entertainment industry. more

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