Chris Pratt recalls shutting down harsh jokes about Jim O’Heir’s character on the beloved show, showing his support for his co-star.
Los Angeles: So, Chris Pratt and Jim O’Heir were chatting about their time on Parks and Recreation. Pratt shared how he really didn’t like some of the mean jokes aimed at O’Heir’s character, Jerry Gergich. He felt they crossed the line from funny to just plain mean.
Pratt, who played the goofy Andy Dwyer, remembered a specific scene where someone printed out “Jerry sucks” on a paper. He was like, “No way, that’s not funny.” It’s cool to see how much he cared about his co-star’s feelings.
O’Heir appreciated Pratt’s concern, saying it meant a lot to him. He mentioned that both Pratt and Amy Poehler checked in on him, which made him feel valued. It’s nice to see that kind of camaraderie behind the scenes.
In a fun twist, O’Heir revealed he originally auditioned for the role of Ron Swanson, which went to Nick Offerman. He took a chance on Jerry, and it turned out to be a great decision. The show has such a special place in fans’ hearts, and it’s awesome to hear these stories.
By the way, O’Heir’s new book, Welcome to Pawnee: Stories of Friendship, Waffles, and Parks and Recreation, is out now. It’s a great read for fans of the show!
