Overview

• In early July Robinson announced on Instagram that he is stepping away from stand-up and acting to focus on an unspecified project he calls his “true calling.”
• In a follow-up post he asked fans and small-business owners for guidance after hitting “a few bumps in the road” while developing his venture.
• Colleagues and fans, including former Office co-star Kate Flannery, publicly praised his decision and expressed support for his next chapter.
• Entertainment Weekly pointed to his upcoming Hollywood Improv shows and pending film promotions as evidence that his comedy hiatus may not be permanent.
• Robinson has kept details of the new endeavor under wraps, urging followers to “stay tuned” for further updates on his business plans.