Before Family Guy Seth MacFarlane’s Cartoon Days & Rainn Wilson’s Office Twist

Long before Family Guy made him a household name, Seth MacFarlane was writing jokes and episodes for classic cartoons like Johnny Bravo and Dexter’s Laboratory at Hanna-Barbera. But that’s not the only surprising origin story in TV comedy…

Did you know Rainn Wilson originally auditioned to play Michael Scott on The Office? While that role went to Steve Carell, Rainn landed the unforgettable part of Dwight Schrute, forever changing sitcom history.

This video dives into these surprising backstories from two comedy legends—and how their early career twists shaped the shows we love today.

🎬 Hidden auditions, behind-the-scenes stories, and a whole lot of nostalgia.

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