Rainn, Rainn everywhere

  • A few OT readers wrote in about Rainn Wilson’s appearance on the ESPYs last night. Lauren wrote, “Rainn Wilson had a fairly big role on the ESPY awards tonight as Lance Armstrong’s ‘assistant’.” Barry wrote, “He did a pretty long schtick with Lance Armstrong, acting as his PA, even painting his nails. It even had Rainn taking his shirt off and dancing. Talk about a sight for sore eyes.” If you guys have a video link, let me know!
  • LJ Office also reports that Rainn appears in a short 1-800-TBS Funny spot for ‘My Super Ex-Girlfriend’ — watch it here. (Sorry, PCs only.)
  • Finally, don’t forget that Rainn appears on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ tonight! See the calendar for a full list of events.

Rainn Wilson on the ESPY Awards

In a short segment on the ESPYs, Rainn plays Lance Armstrong’s assistant, Kip Pringle.

My favorite quotes:

Lance: You have to respect a guy that’s willing to do anything. Well, maybe not respect.

Kip: He may only have one ball, but his one ball has more fire power than both of mine. (Sighs) I wish I had one ball.

Watch the video here. (Thanks, Nathan!)

Episodes submitted to Emmy voters

According to the good folks at Gold Derby, here are the Office episodes submitted to Emmy voters:

Outstanding Comedy Series

  • Booze Cruise
  • Christmas Party
  • The Dundies
  • The Injury
  • The Secret
  • Valentine’s Day

What, no Casino Night?

Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series, Steve Carell

  • The Injury

Find the full list (and video clips) here.

The Office gets five Emmy nominations!

Congratulations to The Office for being nominated for the following Emmys:

  • Outstanding Comedy Series: The Office
  • Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series: Steve Carell
  • Outstanding Writing For A Comedy Series: Michael Schur, Christmas Party
  • Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Comedy Series:
    – Dean Holland, Booze Cruise
    – David Rogers, Christmas Party

Sorry, no nominations in the Supporting Actor/Actress categories … :(

For more information

  • Read the complete list of nominations here. (Thanks, Jenny!)
  • Watch video of the nomination announcements here.

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