The True Reason Behind Steve Carell’s Exit from The Office

For ages, the narrative surrounding Steve Carell’s departure from The Office painted a picture of noble pursuits—venturing into the world of film and relishing precious moments with family. Yet, the truth unveiled a different tale in early 2020: Carell sought a raise, but NBC balked at the idea of shelling out even more cash.

Negotiations soured, leading to Carell’s exit from the beloved series. While the ensemble cast remained formidable, none could quite fill the void left by Carell’s departure. And so, with a hefty $175,000 per episode salary left behind, Carell bid adieu, not a penny richer for his time at Dunder Mifflin.