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gotsmart · 07-16-2008, 09:42 AM

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/...24ea5cfb4afa6f

Amy Poehler might be joining her "Saturday Night Live" pal Tina Fey as a primetime player for NBC.

Poehler is said to be in negotiations to star in NBC's spinoff of "The Office."

NBC and creator Greg Daniels have been mum on details about the project. The only actor cast in the project so far is comedian Aziz Ansari, but there's been speculation that the show might be built around a name actor, similar to how the original "Office" is anchored by Steve Carell.

Poehler's name was first linked to the "Office" spinoff in April, shortly after NBC announced the project at its "infront" presentation and before the release of Poehler's first starring feature, "Baby Mama," in which she shared top billing with Fey.

After the movie's big opening weekend that elevated Poehler to a bankable film star, the rumor went dormant for a while until resurfacing with a vengeance in late June, when serious talks with the networks are said to have begun.

If the deal closes, Poehler, a key member of the "SNL" cast and "Weekend Update" co-anchor, will follow in the footsteps of Fey. She also left "SNL," where she shared the "Weekend Update" desk with Poehler, to topline an NBC comedy, her Emmy-winning "30 Rock."

NBC and Poehler's reps at Endeavor and 3 Arts declined comment.

Poehler would leave a void on "SNL," where her gallery of memorable characters includes Sen. Hillary Clinton.

Another issue is Poehler's pregnancy. She is due in the fall, and the "Office" spinoff is scheduled to debut after the Super Bowl in early February, though that might change.

Fey's 2005 pregnancy delayed production on the pilot for "30 Rock."

http://www.variety.com/article/VR111...goryid=14&cs=1

"Saturday Night Live" star Amy Poehler is in final negotiations to join the cast of the new post-"Office" laffer from Greg Daniels and Mike Schur.

The series, despite initially being called an "Office" spinoff, isn’t expected to be one after all — confirming speculation that the show would not be an extension of the original but a whole new series (Daily Variety, June 12).

Poehler would join the already-cast Aziz Ansari, who became the series’ first cast member last month.

In recent weeks Daniels and Schur have been busy mapping out the show, which is set to bow this winter in the plum Thursday night 9:30 p.m. timeslot behind "The Office."

Poehler, who hosts "SNL’s" "Weekend Update" segment with Seth Meyers, has been with the sketch skein since 2001. She also recently appeared in the feature "Baby Mama" and provides the lead voice to the animated entry "The Mighty B."

PrettyinPink55 · 07-16-2008, 11:32 AM

I can't wait for the spin-off!!!!! I know anything they come out with is going to be great!!! I think Amy Poehler could be really funny!!!
I love The Mighty B by the way, hillarious cartoon!!!!
Amy will definetly be missed on SNL if she leaves!!! Everybody's leaving or has left that show!!!

gotsmart · 07-16-2008, 12:46 PM

While I think Amy having her own show is a great idea, it also means she won't be on SNL anymore. I have high hopes for the 'spin-off' now that she is on board!

TJL · 07-16-2008, 02:14 PM

Amy is a funny actress. I hope this one is a hit too.

07-16-2008, 09:42 AM	#1
gotsmart The Office, Thursdays on NBC Frequent Poster Join Date: May 05, 2007 Location: Schrute Farms Posts: 341	Amy Poehler Might Star in Office Spin-Off! http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/...24ea5cfb4afa6f Amy Poehler might be joining her "Saturday Night Live" pal Tina Fey as a primetime player for NBC. Poehler is said to be in negotiations to star in NBC's spinoff of "The Office." NBC and creator Greg Daniels have been mum on details about the project. The only actor cast in the project so far is comedian Aziz Ansari, but there's been speculation that the show might be built around a name actor, similar to how the original "Office" is anchored by Steve Carell. Poehler's name was first linked to the "Office" spinoff in April, shortly after NBC announced the project at its "infront" presentation and before the release of Poehler's first starring feature, "Baby Mama," in which she shared top billing with Fey. After the movie's big opening weekend that elevated Poehler to a bankable film star, the rumor went dormant for a while until resurfacing with a vengeance in late June, when serious talks with the networks are said to have begun. If the deal closes, Poehler, a key member of the "SNL" cast and "Weekend Update" co-anchor, will follow in the footsteps of Fey. She also left "SNL," where she shared the "Weekend Update" desk with Poehler, to topline an NBC comedy, her Emmy-winning "30 Rock." NBC and Poehler's reps at Endeavor and 3 Arts declined comment. Poehler would leave a void on "SNL," where her gallery of memorable characters includes Sen. Hillary Clinton. Another issue is Poehler's pregnancy. She is due in the fall, and the "Office" spinoff is scheduled to debut after the Super Bowl in early February, though that might change. Fey's 2005 pregnancy delayed production on the pilot for "30 Rock." http://www.variety.com/article/VR111...goryid=14&cs=1 "Saturday Night Live" star Amy Poehler is in final negotiations to join the cast of the new post-"Office" laffer from Greg Daniels and Mike Schur. The series, despite initially being called an "Office" spinoff, isn’t expected to be one after all — confirming speculation that the show would not be an extension of the original but a whole new series (Daily Variety, June 12). Poehler would join the already-cast Aziz Ansari, who became the series’ first cast member last month. In recent weeks Daniels and Schur have been busy mapping out the show, which is set to bow this winter in the plum Thursday night 9:30 p.m. timeslot behind "The Office." Poehler, who hosts "SNL’s" "Weekend Update" segment with Seth Meyers, has been with the sketch skein since 2001. She also recently appeared in the feature "Baby Mama" and provides the lead voice to the animated entry "The Mighty B."

07-16-2008, 11:32 AM	#2
PrettyinPink55 Member Forum Celebrity Join Date: Feb 11, 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 24,601	I can't wait for the spin-off!!!!! I know anything they come out with is going to be great!!! I think Amy Poehler could be really funny!!! I love The Mighty B by the way, hillarious cartoon!!!! Amy will definetly be missed on SNL if she leaves!!! Everybody's leaving or has left that show!!!
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07-16-2008, 02:14 PM	#4
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07-16-2008, 12:46 PM	#3
gotsmart The Office, Thursdays on NBC Frequent Poster Join Date: May 05, 2007 Location: Schrute Farms Posts: 341	While I think Amy having her own show is a great idea, it also means she won't be on SNL anymore. I have high hopes for the 'spin-off' now that she is on board!