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Rainn Wilson Says He May Leave Acting to Become a Death Doula

He cast the potential shift as spiritual service rooted in beliefs from his Soul Boom podcast.

Overview

  • The Office alum outlined the idea during a Sept. 3 Late Night with Seth Meyers interview.
  • He likened death-doula care to a different kind of birth, citing belief in the soul’s journey beyond the material realm.
  • Wilson said the role centers on easing fear, honoring dignity, and helping families shape legacy during the end-of-life transition.
  • He offered no timeline or training plans and thanked Meyers after the host urged him to keep acting while exploring the work.
  • The appearance coincided with attention on Peacock’s new Office spinoff The Paper, which he is not part of after previously saying he wasn’t invited.