Amy Adams Almost Missed Her Role on 'The Office' Due to Casting Concerns

Jenna Fischer revealed that Adams was initially passed over for the role of Katy because producers felt she looked too similar to Fischer.

Amy Adams was not the first actress cast as Katy in the Season 1 finale of 'The Office' but replaced the original choice after a full day of filming.
Casting concerns arose because producers thought Adams looked too much like Jenna Fischer, who played Pam, leading to hesitation in hiring her.
The writers leaned into the resemblance by including a line where Michael Scott refers to Katy as 'Pam 6.0,' a nod to the casting debate.
Adams' performance as Katy, including her improvised lines, was praised by cast members and showrunners for its seamless fit into the role.
The revelation came during the 'Office Ladies' podcast, where Fischer and Angela Kinsey revisited details of Adams' casting and her impact on the show.