Meet Pam’s mom!

Tuesday, September 1st, 2009 | 28 comments

From Entertainment Weekly’s Michael Ausiello:

One of the most high profile job openings in Office history — the role of Pam’s mom — has been filled.

Okay, more like “Pam’s Mom 2.0″ …

Link: ‘Office’ exclusive: Meet Pam’s mom!

Related link: Helene Beesly

28 comments

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   28. Magawisca  Tue. Oct. 27, 2009 | 4:30pm

   How old is the person who wrote this? Linda Purl is from Happy Days! I recognized her instantly. She ruled TV for two decades at least–not necessarily as the star but in supporting roles. Love her and was delighted to see her.

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   27. leese  Thu. Oct. 8, 2009 | 7:54pm

   There is nothing i despise more than an ignorant “journalist.” I’m sorry for Mr. Ausiello that he didn’t know who Linda Purl was, or more ignorantly, assumed the public wouldn’t either. She’s probably had over 20 starring roles in “made for the week” movies, not to mention extensive work in episodical tv. Entertainment Weekly, if this “writer” is the best you can find, please use the email address submitted on this comment. I am available for freelance work. :)

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   26. Janet  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 5:59pm

   Ausiello didn’t do his homework – Linda Purl was in a lot of movies/tv and was very well known probably 20 years ago. She’ll be great as Pam’s mom; but she’s only relatively unknown to the younger demographics.

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   25. TobyFan  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 4:41pm

   I love Linda Purl and I’m glad they didn’t choose a “big name” – that’s the thing I like least about 30 Rock. And I’m old too – I totally remembered her from Happy Days, and Matlock (she was on an episode of Bones earlier this year too).

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   24. Jimmy  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 3:01pm

   18:

   Once again:

   The original Pam’s mom, Shannon Cochran, is touring with the Broadway play “August: Osage County.”

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   23. mrpoop  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 2:56pm

   That article was ignorant. My brain hurt after reading it.

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   22. Mindy(mindysfavshow)  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 2:27pm

   I think she looks more like Holly (Amy Ryan who is going to be a mommy very soon) than Jan (but I like her) How many episodes/scenes will Pam’s mom be in (maybe a handful, no biggie)

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   21. Ginger  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 1:41pm

   Sometimes you have to recast. Would you rather Pam’s mom missing from the wedding or have someone else (who I am sure is going to step up to the plate and hit it out of the park) take her place? I personally can accept minor character changes.

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   20. fancynewbeesly  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 1:22pm

   this article writer is so rude. geez. i’m glad with the choice they made. i really like how bj novak said they have a rule to only cast “average Joes”. that’s really what i love about the office. and plus, we won’t really be that focused on the mother, anyway. i mean, they’re getting married for god’s sake.

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    19. Maya  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 1:02pm

    Hmm… I wish they could have cast Pam’s original mom. It doesn’t seem right for Pam to suddenly have a new mom after the parts where she talks about how she much she loves her mom in season 2. But I mean, I understand that the actress who played her originally (very briefly) has other commitments, it’s just a little disappointing.

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    18. NathanTheTemp  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 12:59pm

    I’m sure the new actress will be fine, and I know the original Mrs. B only appeared briefly in Season 2, but I’m still very disappointed. To not get the original actress back is just not expected of the brilliant and meticulous Office crew that I’ve grown to love.

    Greg, things have been great for five glorious seasons. Don’t get sloppy now!

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    17. Dirk  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 12:58pm

    Yeah I have to say I liked Mrs. Beesly classic.

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    16. Jonathan  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 12:51pm

    I liked the old Mrs. Pam better. Hmm.

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    15. tuna tuna tuna  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 12:45pm

    i am over the recast, what else were they supposed to do? i am pumped about linda purl, i love her.

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    14. Jason  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 12:44pm

    Holy crap. I love The Office as much as anyone, but we’re talking about an actress that very, very briefly appeared in season two. The recasting is not the end of the world. Besides, our attention will be on Jim and Pam anyway, right?

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    13. Rob  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 12:43pm

    The original Pam’s mom, Shannon Cochran, is touring with the Broadway play “August: Osage County.”

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    12. JerseyGirl  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 12:43pm

    Since they couldn’t get the original Mrs. Beesley I think she is a good choice. I’m curious if they will make her a red head like she used to be. Not a big deal since some women change their hair color all the time.

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    11. Stapler  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 12:25pm

    I, too, was hoping they’d be able to keep the original actress who played Pam’s mom a few seasons ago. I don’t like when they switch up like this. Almost like it’s disrepectful to the fans. But I understand if the original actress had other commitments. As for Linda Purl, I recognized her name right away – showing my age too, as others have said! I remember her popping up regularly on TV shows in the 80s and 90s. Nice to see an actress who isn’t Botox’d beyond recognition too. She’s got a few wrinkles but still looks great!

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    10. NotABadDay  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 11:58am

    @4. FEAR
    The actress who played Pam’s 1.0 mom had a commitment, so they had to find someone else. I kind of like Linda Purl as 2.0! But we’ll see — as long as she’s nice to Pam. :-)

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    9. Manda  Tue. Sep. 1, 2009 | 11:53am

    I like the original Mrs. Beesley best.

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