Office Ladies A Look Back on an Interview with Zach Woods
Sep 17, 2025
Zach Woods, an actor and comedian known for his role as Gabe Lewis on The Office, shares his unique journey of joining the cast mid-season and his favorite memories from the show. He hilariously discusses 'close call' moments on set and asks the hosts what advice they would give their younger selves. The conversation is filled with laughter as they reflect on the impact of The Office and the emotional connections it holds for fans, alongside a glimpse into Zach's new stop-motion series, In the Know.
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Allison Jones Changed His Life
- Zach Woods credits casting director Allison Jones for bringing him into LA and getting him his first TV role on The Office.
- He describes feeling like he'd “won a raffle” and how Jones provided housing and career support early on.
Walmart Lines And Sinatra To Calm Nerves
- Zach recalls extreme anxiety before his first TV day, muttering lines in Walmart and buying humidifiers to protect his voice.
- He says John Krasinski eased him by letting him improvise a talking-head bit on set.
Cast Kindness Shaped His Experience
- Zach emphasizes the surprising generosity and inclusiveness of the established Office cast toward newcomers.
- He says that kindness was formative and the opposite of Gabe's ostracized character arc.
