What You Need To Know About Ellie Kemper
William Smith
Published Mar 30, 2026
Ellie Kemper got her first big break on "The Office" as Erin, and some fans were especially happy to see her and Andy end up together on the show. As Entertainment Weekly noted at the time, the relationship was often compared to that of Jim and Pam. As producer and costar B.J. Novak said, "They're a comedy couple, but they're a sweet couple, too."
However, it turns out, Kemper didn't really agree. In fact, as she explained on Brian Baumgartner's podcast "An Oral History of 'The Office'" (via CinemaBlend), "I never thought [Andy and Erin were a good match]. Is that terrible to say?" The actress said, "I don't know, I felt like Andy was a bit too childish. I don't think he was ready to take care of Erin the way she needed to be. I think Erin was ready to take care of him, but I felt like it was uneven in that respect." Well, balance is key in any relationship, and clearly, it's something Kemper prioritizes — even with fictional couples!