Craig Robinson announces retirement from showbiz; fans are left overwhelmed

Robinson is also known for his character Doug in The Pontiac Bandit and Judy in Brooklyn Nine-Nine

By Sneha Sengupta On Jul 5, 2025

Craig Robinson popularly known and admired for his low-key character of a warehouse foreman Darryl Philbin in superhit series The Office has announced his retirement from the world of comedy. Taking to Instagram, the 53-year-old actor mentioned, “Just want you to hear it from me. I am quitting comedy, but not for nothing. It’s been an amazing run, and y’all been amazing and wonderful. But I’m following something bigger. So, you know, thank you so much. I love you, and stay tuned”.

He dropped a hint of the fresh chapter that is establishment of a small business. In a follow-up clip, he verified his take, “Turns out having a dream and building a business with your friends are two VERY different things. I can’t go into detail just yet, but for real though any help would be huge.”*

He added, “Big shoutout to all my small business owners. Hey, you guys got any advice for me while I’m trying to get my business afloat?” Meanwhile, fans anticipated the arrival of a new show or comedy special starring the actor in prime feature.

Netizens reacts

“Yeah we ain’t failing for that, Doug Judy!” a user wrote. Another inquired, “Opening a warehouse for paper perchance??” A comment read, “The same energy as when I announce I’m getting bangs.”

Someone mentioned, Robinson’s latest announcement was well noticed by his comedy peers. The Office co-star Kate Flannery, shared a heartfelt comment on his Instagram post, “We love you, craig!!! Go big, my friend!!!”

Even though the beloved venture of the actor comes to a sweet end, fans continue to rave about and endorse the brand new entrepreneurial debut.

Craig Robinson The Office