| Buchan, John, The Three Hostages House of Stratus; 2001 , , pp | Ping "", "", "" , a Chinese caricature based on Michael's Chinese food delivery man |
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| NBC programmer Tracy McLaughlin suggested to producer for the role of Michael Scott, but the actor declined | Michael at Pam's gallery showing |
Comparison with David Brent [ ] Although originally based on , Scott developed into a significantly different character than his British counterpart.
26| In "", Michael is seen saying goodbye to Toby without insulting him, possibly indicating that he will miss Toby on some level | The strength of his relationship with Pam is revealed as he continuously asks about her whereabouts, not wanting to leave without saying goodbye |
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| Ryan, Maureen February 23, 2006 | Michael advises Erin that she shouldn't rush things and that she'll know what to do when the right guy comes along |
In the episode "", Michael makes the claim that he was a child star on a kids' show called Fundle Bundle; however, it becomes clear that he simply appeared on the show as one of many guest children.
8| He does, however, concede to a co-managerial position with Jim to avoid losing him | "Michael Scot in Toledo: Natura Naturans and the Hierarchy of Being" |
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| Holly later moves back to Colorado and Michael follows her soon after | Ironically, Michael is shown to have befriended Toby's daughter Sasha in "" |
In " Dream Team", Michael convinces Ryan to leave his job at the bowling alley and join his newly formed paper company.