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'The Office's Craig Robinson Reveals His Retirement Was A Prank
'The Office's Craig Robinson Reveals His Retirement Was A Prank

Newsweek

time3 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Newsweek

'The Office's Craig Robinson Reveals His Retirement Was A Prank

Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors If you were sad to learn of Craig Robinson's announcement late last week about his retirement from comedy, we've got good news: "The Office" star was pulling the wool over our eyes. The aforementioned announcement was a prank, and it was all part of a new AT&T ad campaign targeted at small business owners. AT&T Business released an ad, which you can watch below, featuring Robinson with his former "The Office" co-stars Angela Kinsey, Ellie Kemper, Oscar Nuñez, and Creed Bratton. In the ad, Robinson develops a new AI product called CrAIg, the world's first AI alarm clock. Read More: 'Dexter: Resurrection' - Release Date, Schedule, How To Watch The ad also references another AT&T campaign from last year featuring "The Office" stars. The "Sleep With Rainn" pillow mentioned in the newer ad is from a campaign featuring Robinson, Jenna Fischer, and Rainn Wilson. Craig Robinson performs at The Stress Factory Comedy Club on February 20, 2025 in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Craig Robinson performs at The Stress Factory Comedy Club on February 20, 2025 in New Brunswick, New The Hollywood Reporter, AT&T Business said about the new ad, "This campaign isn't just a one-off moment — it's a multiyear movement designed to shine a light and celebrate the real journey of small business owners. We wanted to break the mold by bringing beloved cultural icons to the forefront." "By casting them as themselves — playing versions of their own entrepreneurial journeys — we create authentic, relatable stories that resonate deeply with small business owners." Robinson told THR, "I know some people with small businesses. I have a cousin in Chicago with a small business, and [I am aware of] the unexpected things that happen with a small business — like, take a pandemic or what have you — a lot of times there's support needed, and it's just a beautiful thing to know that you can lean on somebody." Last week, Robinson released a video announcing his supposed retirement from comedy. "Just want you to hear it from me," Robinson said in the first video. "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." In a second video he mentioned hitting a few "bumps in the road," and captioned it with, "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." Turns out those bumps in the road were fictional, but comedy fans everywhere are likely relieved Robinson isn't leaving the trade he's best known for. More TV: 'X-Files' Composer Mark Snow Dead at 78 'Buffy' Reboot Star Teases Return of Dead Characters

Craig Robinson Reunites With His ‘The Office' Co-Stars For AT&T Commercials; Retirement Announcement Was A Prank
Craig Robinson Reunites With His ‘The Office' Co-Stars For AT&T Commercials; Retirement Announcement Was A Prank

Yahoo

time3 days ago

  • Business
  • Yahoo

Craig Robinson Reunites With His ‘The Office' Co-Stars For AT&T Commercials; Retirement Announcement Was A Prank

So it was a joke. For an ad. The Office alum Craig Robinson recently announced on Instagram that he was leaving comedy to start a small business, and the announcement was widely taken by media and fans at face value. Deadline bit too. But it seems the small business isn't exactly what you'd call real. More from Deadline Craig Robinson Makes Surprise Announcement: 'I'm Officially Quitting Comedy' Peacock's 'The Office' Followup Series 'The Paper' Sets Premiere Rainn Wilson Says 'The Office' Was "A Little Bit Chaotic" After Steve Carell Left Turns out, Robinson is only pretending to be a small business owner in what will be a series of AT&T Business commercials that will reunite him with his Office-mates Ellie Kemper, Angela Kinsey, Creed Bratton and Oscar Nuñez. In the first commercial – watch it above – Robinson pitches his new team of business partners – the old gang – on a new AI alarm clock he calls CrAIg. After some initial confusion over how to pronounce the name, the group agrees to it. The clock features an AI image of Robinson. 'The world's first AI alarm clock, featuring yours truly,' Robinson explains. According to AT&T Business, the company's new ad campaign will follow Robinson as he develops his new venture. [youtube Best of Deadline The Story Behind Homer's 'The Odyssey': Illustrated Artworks Of The Legendary Tales Related To Gods, Monsters & Odysseus' Epic Return 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery

AT&T's latest move aims to modernize traditional lines
AT&T's latest move aims to modernize traditional lines

Phone Arena

time18-06-2025

  • Business
  • Phone Arena

AT&T's latest move aims to modernize traditional lines

AT&T AT&T AT&T AT&T Business Voice service | Image credit: AT&T – Melissa Arnoldi, executive vice president & general manager, AT&T Business, June 2025. AT&T Receive the latest AT&T news Subscribe By subscribing you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy 24/7 Monitoring : Remote monitoring and automatic notifications to ensure reliability for business lines. : Remote monitoring and automatic notifications to ensure reliability for business lines. Built-in Battery : Built-in battery backup for service during power outages. : Built-in battery backup for service during power outages. Wireless Backup : Optional automatic failover to a 4G LTE connection permits uninterrupted service during broadband interruptions. : Optional automatic failover to a 4G LTE connection permits uninterrupted service during broadband interruptions. Robust Security : Integrated Digital Phone Call Protect to block spam and robocalls. : Integrated Digital Phone Call Protect to block spam and robocalls. Enhanced Telephony Management : Modern calling features that can be customized for business needs such as 24/7 virtual receptionist, simultaneous ringing across multiple lines, customizable Caller ID, and centralized voicemail management. AT&T AT&T Recommended Stories If the newBusiness Voice service piqued your interest, here are some of its key features:It's also worth mentioning thatBusiness Voice is compatible with all types of transport and allows businesses to choose between shared or dedicated internet connections to meet their also introduced two plans for those business customers that need Business Voice. The cheaper one costs $25/month and includes unlimited calling nationwide and to Canada, Mexico, and US territories, 40+ voice features, and unlimited international calling in 51 countries as low-cost expensive plan costs $60/month and converts traditional analog utility lines to digital connectivity. This plan supports devices other than phones, from faxes and call boxes to security and alarm systems. It also allows management using the same control panel as voice lines. This specific service replaces the traditional telephone service (POTS).

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