Unexpected Visit on Set
Sabrina Impacciatore was sitting in the makeup trailer with Domhnall Gleeson and Chelsea Frei when a knock interrupted their nerves. The cast of The Paper had just arrived for the first day of shooting. Suddenly, the door opened and two familiar faces stepped in. It was Steve Carell and John Krasinski. Their surprise entrance made the crew gasp and the actors laugh. The moment felt like a blessing for everyone on set.
Why the Stars Were There
Both actors were not filming The Paper. They were shooting a coffee commercial for Lavazza right next door. The commercial required a short break, and the pair decided to pop over and see how the new series launch was going. Their decision to visit was pure happenstance, but it gave the set an unforgettable boost of excitement.
Sabrina Impacciatore’s Reaction
Impacciatore described the scene as a shock. She said she felt anxious because makeup had not been applied yet. When the door opened, she thought she was dreaming. She remembered thinking, “I am fainting.” The actress explained that seeing Steve Carell, the star of The Office, felt like a good omen. She linked the coffee commercial to a sign of good luck for her role as Esmerelda Grand.
She also shared that she had never watched *The Office* before being cast. After landing the part, she binge‑watched the series and became a huge fan of Carell’s character Michael Scott. Her admiration grew so strong that she bought a flight to New York City to watch Carell perform in *Uncle Vanya* on Broadway. After the show, Carell gave her a warm hug and words of encouragement. He told her, “These people are brilliant. You will have the best experience of your life. You are going to be great.” Impacciatore said she will never forget that moment.
What This Means for The Paper
The surprise cameo by Steve Carell and John Krasinski generated buzz for the upcoming series. Fans of *The Office* and the new show now have an extra reason to tune in. The series drops all ten episodes of its debut season on September 4. The cameo also highlights the close ties between the *The Office* alumni and the fresh talent on the new set.
The Coffee Connection
The Lavazza commercial that brought the stars to the set featured Italian coffee, which Impacciatore called a lifelong favorite. She felt that the coffee and the surprise visit were a blessing for her work on The Paper. The story shows how a simple coffee shoot can create a memorable moment for a TV production.
Source: The Wrap
