Dakota Johnson, renowned for her role in “Fifty Shades,” recently opened up about a less-than-pleasant experience on the set of the beloved TV series “The Office.” In a candid conversation with Seth Meyers on his late-night show, Johnson shared her feelings about her brief appearance in the series finale, calling it “honestly the worst time of my life.”
A fan of “The Office,” Johnson was initially thrilled to be part of the iconic show’s final episode in 2013. She played the role of a new employee, a seemingly small part that unexpectedly extended to a two-week commitment. Johnson, 34, humorously recounted her anticipation, expecting to spend just half a day on set, only to find herself involved in a much longer shoot with minimal screen presence.
The atmosphere on set was tinged with sadness, as the cast and crew were bidden farewell to a show that had been a part of their lives for a decade. Johnson observed the complex dynamics among the cast members during this emotionally charged period. “They were sad. And also, like, there were weird dynamics that had been going on for the last 10 years,” she said.
Navigating these dynamics proved challenging for Johnson, who entered the set eager and enthusiastic but soon realized that her attempts to blend in weren’t met with much engagement from the existing cast. She recounted her efforts to connect, only to find that some cast members were not interacting with each other, let alone with her.
Despite the awkwardness, Johnson’s brief appearance didn’t go unnoticed. Seth Meyers, adding a lighter note to the conversation, complimented her on her convincing performance in the background scenes, particularly her faxing skills, which he described as “the most believable faxing I’ve ever seen.”
The interview sheds light on the often unseen and unspoken aspects of television production, especially in a show as long-standing and closely-knit as “The Office.” For Dakota Johnson, the experience was a unique mix of excitement and disillusionment, offering a glimpse into the complexities of joining an established cast in their final moments.
As Johnson continues to make her mark in Hollywood, her brief stint on “The Office” remains a memorable, if not entirely positive, milestone in her diverse acting career.