- Rainn Wilson felt “mostly unhappy” during several years on The Office
- The actor questioned why he wasn’t a bigger movie star instead
- Wilson learned to focus on gratitude and “savor” his time on the show in the later seasons
Actor Rainn Wilson revealed that he experienced feelings of unhappiness for a significant portion of his time working on the hit television series, The Office. During a recent podcast appearance, Wilson shared how he often questioned why he wasn’t a more prominent movie star instead.
Wilson discussed the emotional ups and downs he faced while playing the character of Dwight Schrute on the show. For several years, he struggled with the constant comparison to other actors and the pressure of not being recognized in the film industry as much as he would have liked. He admits to having thoughts such as, “Why am I not a movie star?”
As the series continued, however, Wilson learned to grow and shift his focus toward gratitude. By embracing and “savoring” his time on The Office, he was able to let go of his negative emotions and enjoy the experience. The actor is now widely known for his iconic role and continues to find success in the industry.