Craig Robinson, best known for his iconic role as Darryl Philbin on The Office, has left fans both stunned and intrigued after revealing a dramatic shift in his career plans. In a heartfelt Instagram video shared recently, the 53-year-old actor and comedian announced he’s stepping away from comedy to explore a new, yet-to-be-disclosed path.“Hey, everybody! Just wanted you to hear it from me,” Robinson began in the clip. “I am quitting comedy. But not for nothing — it’s been an amazing run, and y’all have been amazing and wonderful. But I’m following something bigger.”Grateful and grounded as always, he signed off with a warm message to his followers: “So thank you so much. I love you, and stay tuned.”The post, captioned “Life update: I’m officially quitting comedy to focus on my true calling.

Stay tuned. I’m working on something huge.

,” immediately sparked a flurry of responses from fans and fellow celebrities alike.Robinson soon followed up with another update — this time signaling that the path ahead hasn’t been without its hurdles. Turning to his community for guidance, he shared that he’s run into challenges while trying to build a business.“Turns out having a dream and building a business with your friends are two VERY different things,” he admitted in the caption.

“I can’t go into detail just yet, but for real though any help would be huge.”The entertainment industry, known for its camaraderie in moments like these, didn’t hold back. Howie Mandel was quick with a quip, commenting, “Being a dancer is tough, but go for it

.” Arsenio Hall leaned into the speculation with humor, writing, “You been called to preach? ‘If loving you is wroo0ng — I don’t wanna be riiiiiight!’ #getitdawg #goodluck

.”David Arquette added a more sincere note of support: “I hope it involves music! You’re brilliant at whatever you choose to do.”Some couldn’t resist a nod to The Office. “Opening a warehouse for paper perchance??” one fan joked, a cheeky reference to Robinson’s on-screen workplace, Dunder Mifflin.Kate Flannery, who played Meredith Palmer on the series, summed up the community’s sentiment with a simple message: “We love you, Craig!!! Go big, my friend!!!

.”Though best known for his comedic chops on shows like The Cleveland Show, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and Ghosted, Robinson’s talents extend far beyond comedy — as a musician, performer, and now, possibly, entrepreneur.