A comedy fan-favorite, known for his breakout role in hit series The Office, among other works, has announced that he is bowing out of the genre to focus on “something bigger.” In an Instagram video message, Craig Robinson, 53, shared that he had a “life update.” He told his followers, “I’m officially quitting comedy to focus on my true calling. Stay tuned. I’m working on something huge.” Reflecting on his comedic roles in such films as Hot Tub Time Machine, Zack and Miri Make a Porno, This Is the End, and his most recent role as a host of The Masked Dancer, Robinson said, “It’s been an amazing run, and y’all been amazing and wonderful.” Yet he is on to a new venture. “So, you know, thank you so much. I love you, and stay tuned,” he said. Although he told his followers that he can’t quite reveal what that venture is yet, he added in a follow up video, ”Turns out having a dream and building a business with your friends are two VERY different things.” A fan commented, “Thanks for some of the best laughs I’ve ever had. Your charisma is always unmatched,” praised another.”
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