Andy Bernard
Andy Bernard | |
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The Office character | |
First appearance | "Gay Witch Hunt" (2006) |
Last appearance | "Finale" (2013) |
Created by | Greg Daniels |
Portrayed by | Ed Helms |
In-universe information | |
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Nationality | American |
Andrew Baines Bernard (born Walter Baines Bernard Jr.) is a fictional character portrayed by
Character synopsis
Season 3 (2006-2007)
Andy's character is introduced in the season premiere of The Office as the Regional Director of Sales at the Stamford branch of Dunder Mifflin, which subsequently merges with the Scranton branch. After Jim (played by John Krasinski) pranks him repeatedly, Andy is sent to anger management training after punching a hole in an office wall in episode 14[1] and is absent from the show until episode 19.[2] Notably in episode 21, Andy unexpectedly discovers his girlfriend is a high-school student.[3]
Season 4 (2007-2008)
Unaware of her romantic past with colleague
Season 5 (2008-2009)
Still unaware of Angela's affair with Dwight, Andy begins season 5 planning their wedding. However, Michael (played by Steve Carell) later tells Andy about the affair. Andy later confronts Dwight, although they reconcile upon realizing that Angela lied to them both. Andy cancels his wedding plans and Dwight also ends his relationship with Angela.[5]
Season 6 (2009-2010)
Andy develops an attraction to new secretary
Season 7 (2010-2011)
Erin begins a romantic relationship with
Season 8 (2011-2012)
Andy introduces his new girlfriend Jessica (played by Eleanor Seigler) in episode 10, causing conflict with Erin.[11] However, he realizes he still loves Erin in episode 18 and travels to Florida to win her back, breaking up with Jessica.[12] Andy is also appointed the new regional manager during season 8, although briefly loses the role to Nellie Bertam (played by Catherine Tate) in episode 19,[13] regaining it in the season finale after convincing David (played by Andy Buckley) to buy out Dunder Mifflin and become CEO.[14]
Season 9 (2012-2013)
Andy sails away in
Behind-the-scenes
The character is named after American economist Andrew Bernard, professor of international economics at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.[20] While Andy was initially meant as a temporary character in season 3 of The Office, the character "grew" on Greg Daniels and the writers, and they decided to have Andy return to the office from anger management and become a permanent character.[21]
Reception
Initially considered an abrasive addition to the show, Andy Bernard later became a fan favorite due to his character development throughout the series.[22] Fans reportedly did not enjoy Andy's arc in the final season, which saw him revert to his worst tendencies showed in earlier seasons and treat his co-workers poorly, with some commentators wondering if the show's writers did not know what to do with the character.[23]
Andy was named one of the most annoying TV characters of 2011 by
References
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- ^ Blitz, Jeffrey (5 April 2007), The Negotiation, The Office, Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Einhorn, Randall (26 April 2007), Product Recall, The Office, Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Feig, Paul (15 May 2008), Goodbye, Toby, The Office, Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Holland, Dean (15 January 2009), The Duel, The Office, Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Gordon, Seth (4 March 2010), The Delivery: Part 1, The Office, Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Ramis, Harold (4 March 2010), The Delivery: Part 2, The Office, Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Carell, Steve (22 April 2010), Secretary's Day, The Office, Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Wilson, Rainn (6 May 2010), The Cover-Up, The Office, Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Blitz, Jeffrey (19 May 2011), Search Committee, The Office, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Helms, Ed (8 December 2011), Christmas Wishes, The Office, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Sohn, Matt (8 March 2012), Last Day in Florida, The Office, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Wilson, Rainn (15 March 2012), Get the Girl, The Office, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Novak, B. J. (10 May 2012), Free Family Portrait Studio, The Office, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Krasinski, John (8 November 2012), The Boat, The Office, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Miller, Troy (7 February 2013), Couples Discount, The Office, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Sohn, Matt (11 April 2013), Stairmageddon, The Office, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Blitz, Jeffrey (2 May 2013), Livin' the Dream, The Office, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Kwapis, Ken (16 May 2013), Finale, The Office, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, retrieved 6 December 2023
- ^ Ho, Catherine (4 January 2015). "In real life, Jim Halpert of 'The Office' fame is a D.C. lawyer". The Washington Post. Retrieved 11 March 2017.
- ^ Pastorek, Whitney; EST, 2007 at 05:00 AM (1 February 2007). "Ed Helms no longer a temp at The Office". EW.com. Retrieved 28 November 2021.
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: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "How 'The Office' Turned Andy Into One of Its Best Characters". No Film School. 31 December 2019. Retrieved 11 October 2022.
- ^ "The Office: Why Ed Helms' Andy Was Made So Unlikable In Season 9". ScreenRant. 2 March 2021. Retrieved 28 November 2021.
- ^ Paskin, Willa (5 December 2011). "TV's Ten Most Annoying Characters - Vulture". New York. Archived from the original on 7 April 2015. Retrieved 7 December 2011.
- ^ Kurp, Josh. "Ranked: Every Character on The Office From Least Funny to Funniest". Nerve. Archived from the original on 30 April 2017. Retrieved 11 March 2017.
- ^ Sepinwall, Alan (15 February 2013). "Review: 'The Office'—'Moving On'". Uproxx. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
- ^ Adams, Erik (15 February 2013). "The Office: "Moving On"". The A.V. Club. Retrieved 30 August 2021.