Los Angeles, California – Actress Angela Kinsey, known for her role as Angela Martin on “The Office,” recently shared her thoughts on certain jokes about her Christian faith in the show. Speaking on a podcast hosted by her former co-star Rainn Wilson, Kinsey opened up about feeling uncomfortable with jokes that she believed misrepresented Christians’ views.
During the podcast episode of “Soul Boom,” Wilson asked Kinsey about portraying an “uptight Christian” on the show, which contrasted with her own faith upbringing. Kinsey expressed how some jokes written for her character didn’t align with her beliefs and pigeonholed Christians in a stereotypical way.
One particular episode in the third season stood out to Kinsey, where her character delivered a line she found to be judgmental towards a gay character on the show. Feeling uneasy about the joke, Kinsey approached producer and showrunner Greg Daniels to address her concerns.
Sharing her conversation with Daniels, Kinsey explained how she felt that the joke contradicted her perception of Jesus’ teachings. Daniels listened to her feedback and removed the joke from the episode, showing a willingness to respect Kinsey’s perspective and ensure the character’s portrayal was more nuanced and thoughtful.
Kinsey’s honest dialogue about her faith-related concerns in “The Office” showcases her commitment to authentic representation and her willingness to speak up for what she believes in. By sharing her experience, Kinsey sheds light on the importance of respectful storytelling and the impact of accurate portrayal of diverse beliefs in media. Her openness encourages a more thoughtful approach to writing characters with religious backgrounds in television shows.